Press Release: Maker Faire Long Island is Back for 2023
Apr 26, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 4/26/23CONTACT: Lisa RodriguezMaker Faire Long Island Co-ProducerDirector Digital Media/Marketing Long Island Exploriumlisa@lo
Maker Faire is a gathering of fascinating, curious people who enjoy learning and who love sharing what they can do. From engineers to artists to scientists to crafters, Maker Faire is a venue for these "makers" to show hobbies, experiments, projects.
We call it the Greatest Show (& Tell) on Earth - a family-friendly showcase of invention, creativity, and resourcefulness.
Glimpse the future and get inspired!
Saber Guild Endor Temple is a non profit organization that is recognized by Lucasfilm. We are the only costuming group that specializes in Lightsaber Stage combat. Our fundraising efforts usually benefit Stony Brook Children’s Hospital.
Crafsman is attending Maker Faire Long Island this year using a telepresence robot built by some of his fellow Makers. Crafsman will be participating in live sessions throughout the day and folks will be able to interact with him in real time!
Long Island blacksmith Dennis Sucilsky demonstrates his mindboggling brainteasers.
Perfect for kids (and kids at heart)! Learn to use your first powertool from our amazing women engineers dressed as princesses, and find out why #brilliantisbeautiful! You’ll leave with a customized constellation projector you made yourself!
Maker Faire Long Island!
The Long Island Explorium is proud to host Maker Faire Long Island on June 3, 2023 in the picturesque Village of Port Jefferson. As part of the global Maker Faire brand, this event celebrates creativity and innovation in Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math. At the faire, 100+ makers and 2000+ participants of all ages will have the opportunity to experience innovative robotics, kinetic and interactive art, fire sculptures, and more through hands-on exhibits and performances at the Long Island Explorium, Village Center, and Harborfront Park. By merging the classic science fair with elements of innovation, creativity, and engineering, Maker Faire has become a unique event and a showcase of makers’ ingenuity, referred to as the “Greatest Show & Tell on Earth.”
Since 2015, Maker Faire Long Island has been attracting over 100 makers and 2000 visitors each year from the New York Tri-State area and beyond.
See the web version of the press release here: https://longisland.makerfaire.com/news/
Apply as a Maker today at: https://longisland.makerfaire.com/call-for-makers/
Early Bird TIckets are on sale now: https://www.eventbrite.es/e/maker-faire-long-island-2023-tickets-529639003517