About Us

The Bellingham Makerspace is a 501(c)(3) non-profit community that provides access to tools, tool education, classroom space, and community resources in Whatcom County and greater NW Washington.

Started in 2014 as The Foundry, we’ve been in a 7,000+ square foot space at Bellis Fair Mall since 2020. We serve as a collaboration and community point for several local organizations and groups, such as Gabriel’s Art Kids, TAG NW Robotics Club, the Mount Baker Amateur Radio Club, Bellingham Evening Toastmasters, and more.

Board of Directors

President
Grant Dobbe

Vice-President
Ian Garconette

Treasurer
Rupert Ayton

Directors-at-Large
Lisa Lang
Sandra Phoenix
Alejandro Lopez-Berryman
Shawn Ross

Area Leads

Textiles and Fiber Arts
Anna Nieuwendorp
Quila Kay

3D Printing
Ian Garconette

Wood Shop
Tony McGarry

Laser Cutting
Jason Davies

Jewelry and Non-Ferrous Metalwork
Sandra Phoenix
Erica LaMont

Electronics
Jim Gagnon


Vinyl Cutting
Jason Davies

Craft
Tod Wills

Maker Store
Brady McAtee

Information Technology
Garth Johnson