April Open House

Join the NextFab community at our monthly Open House! Tour our spacious facility, and meet our talented members, while discovering how you can turn your ideas into reality. Explore our upgraded shops, including textiles, jewelry, woodworking, and more. Learn about membership, classes, and how NextFab can help you create. Each month we will be highlighting specific members and partners of our community, be sure to check back each month for our highlights! Light drinks and refreshments will be provided.

This month join us for:

• April Repair Fair: Give your broken items a second life at the Fixers Guild’s Repair Fair! Get hands-on help fixing jewelry, furniture, appliances, and more. (Check their guidelines before you go!).
• Museum for Art in Wood x NextFab Winter Residency Show: Join us for Henry Merker’s 2025 solo exhibition at NextFab. This residency, a collaboration focused on sustainability, highlights Henry’s exploration of cork woodcraft. See the culmination of his work! Exhibition runs March 13 – May 22, 2025.

These events are hosted as part of Second Thursdays, a neighborhood-wide event, originally created by the Crane Arts Building, as a chance to explore open studios, artist showcases, and unique businesses. Be sure to check out all of the businesses at the 1800 N. American St. building: The Resource Exchange, Sor Ynez, Keystone Bicycle Co, Beaty American Salvage (City Ore), Center for Creative Works, Virida, and Farm N’ Sea Pets.