Columbia Gadget Works
@comogadgetworks.bsky.social
Makerspace in Columbia, MO
Open Hack Night every Thurday- 6PM at 1404 Grand Ave
Join the Discord Community: https://discord.gg/F7kM7ardMs
Open Hack Night every Thurday- 6PM at 1404 Grand Ave
Join the Discord Community: https://discord.gg/F7kM7ardMs
Work is continuing on our reboot with a 'zone-based' organization. We're transitioning to
six active zones - Metal working, Machining, woodworking, digital fabrication, electronics, and Arts.
This model (FreeCAD BIM) shows the interim layout.
six active zones - Metal working, Machining, woodworking, digital fabrication, electronics, and Arts.
This model (FreeCAD BIM) shows the interim layout.
September 13, 2026 at 3:20 PM
Work is continuing on our reboot with a 'zone-based' organization. We're transitioning to
six active zones - Metal working, Machining, woodworking, digital fabrication, electronics, and Arts.
This model (FreeCAD BIM) shows the interim layout.
six active zones - Metal working, Machining, woodworking, digital fabrication, electronics, and Arts.
This model (FreeCAD BIM) shows the interim layout.
Why throw away what you can fix?
August 18, 2026 at 4:02 PM
Why throw away what you can fix?
We all know that feeling......
Come hang out at CGW!
Come hang out at CGW!
August 11, 2026 at 4:31 PM
We all know that feeling......
Come hang out at CGW!
Come hang out at CGW!
Come make something amazing at Columbia Gadget Works!
August 4, 2026 at 4:02 PM
Come make something amazing at Columbia Gadget Works!
Come use the milling machine at Columbia Gadget Works!
July 28, 2026 at 3:31 PM
Come use the milling machine at Columbia Gadget Works!
July 14, 2026 at 12:00 PM
New CGW lathe being moved into position!
Still lots of work to be done to finish the wiring and setup. Come by for our free open night every Thursday at 6pm to check it out!
Big thanks to Veterans United Foundation and all our members who donated to help this happen!
Still lots of work to be done to finish the wiring and setup. Come by for our free open night every Thursday at 6pm to check it out!
Big thanks to Veterans United Foundation and all our members who donated to help this happen!
June 2, 2026 at 3:15 PM
New CGW lathe being moved into position!
Still lots of work to be done to finish the wiring and setup. Come by for our free open night every Thursday at 6pm to check it out!
Big thanks to Veterans United Foundation and all our members who donated to help this happen!
Still lots of work to be done to finish the wiring and setup. Come by for our free open night every Thursday at 6pm to check it out!
Big thanks to Veterans United Foundation and all our members who donated to help this happen!
From a 3D design to sign.
7 seconds of CNC therapy for the day.
Made at Columbia Gadget Works.
#ColumbiaMO #COMO #MidMo #Makerspace #CNC #CNCMachine #MakerTok #ShopSounds #DigitalFabrication #Woodworking #BuiltNotBought #DIY #Prototype #Maker #LaserCut #Fabrication #MissouriMakers
7 seconds of CNC therapy for the day.
Made at Columbia Gadget Works.
#ColumbiaMO #COMO #MidMo #Makerspace #CNC #CNCMachine #MakerTok #ShopSounds #DigitalFabrication #Woodworking #BuiltNotBought #DIY #Prototype #Maker #LaserCut #Fabrication #MissouriMakers
May 27, 2026 at 7:41 PM
From a 3D design to sign.
7 seconds of CNC therapy for the day.
Made at Columbia Gadget Works.
#ColumbiaMO #COMO #MidMo #Makerspace #CNC #CNCMachine #MakerTok #ShopSounds #DigitalFabrication #Woodworking #BuiltNotBought #DIY #Prototype #Maker #LaserCut #Fabrication #MissouriMakers
7 seconds of CNC therapy for the day.
Made at Columbia Gadget Works.
#ColumbiaMO #COMO #MidMo #Makerspace #CNC #CNCMachine #MakerTok #ShopSounds #DigitalFabrication #Woodworking #BuiltNotBought #DIY #Prototype #Maker #LaserCut #Fabrication #MissouriMakers
KOPN Tour – April 23
For our open night 2 weeks from now, we'll be taking a field trip to the local KOPN radio station! KOPN has graciously offered to give us a tour of their radio station facility, including some of their very cool equipment and studios. If you'd like to participate, please join…
For our open night 2 weeks from now, we'll be taking a field trip to the local KOPN radio station! KOPN has graciously offered to give us a tour of their radio station facility, including some of their very cool equipment and studios. If you'd like to participate, please join…
KOPN Tour – April 23
For our open night 2 weeks from now, we'll be taking a field trip to the local KOPN radio station! KOPN has graciously offered to give us a tour of their radio station facility, including some of their very cool equipment and studios. If you'd like to participate, please join our discord sever (link on our website) and check the annoucements page. You can meet us at the KOPN station at 6:30 (at 401 Bernadette Drive), or carpool from the CGW shop between 6PM and 6:15.
columbiagadgetworks.org
April 8, 2026 at 12:06 PM
KOPN Tour – April 23
For our open night 2 weeks from now, we'll be taking a field trip to the local KOPN radio station! KOPN has graciously offered to give us a tour of their radio station facility, including some of their very cool equipment and studios. If you'd like to participate, please join…
For our open night 2 weeks from now, we'll be taking a field trip to the local KOPN radio station! KOPN has graciously offered to give us a tour of their radio station facility, including some of their very cool equipment and studios. If you'd like to participate, please join…
Soldering Class and Art in the Park
Just a reminder that the CGW soldering class will be March 26th at 6pm. We'll be going over hand soldering and reflow/SMD soldering techniques with free giveaways! Also, CGW is planning to have a booth at Art in the Park (June 6 and 7). If you're interested in…
Just a reminder that the CGW soldering class will be March 26th at 6pm. We'll be going over hand soldering and reflow/SMD soldering techniques with free giveaways! Also, CGW is planning to have a booth at Art in the Park (June 6 and 7). If you're interested in…
Soldering Class and Art in the Park
Just a reminder that the CGW soldering class will be March 26th at 6pm. We'll be going over hand soldering and reflow/SMD soldering techniques with free giveaways! Also, CGW is planning to have a booth at Art in the Park (June 6 and 7). If you're interested in showcasing projects for CGW or hanging out at the booth, please get in touch!
columbiagadgetworks.org
March 20, 2026 at 7:58 PM
Soldering Class and Art in the Park
Just a reminder that the CGW soldering class will be March 26th at 6pm. We'll be going over hand soldering and reflow/SMD soldering techniques with free giveaways! Also, CGW is planning to have a booth at Art in the Park (June 6 and 7). If you're interested in…
Just a reminder that the CGW soldering class will be March 26th at 6pm. We'll be going over hand soldering and reflow/SMD soldering techniques with free giveaways! Also, CGW is planning to have a booth at Art in the Park (June 6 and 7). If you're interested in…
Metal Casting Class – Recap
Thanks to everyone who showed up for the metal casting class! If you have any ideas for future classes or something to cast in metal, join the discord server linked on our website or send an email to [email protected]
Thanks to everyone who showed up for the metal casting class! If you have any ideas for future classes or something to cast in metal, join the discord server linked on our website or send an email to [email protected]
Metal Casting Class – Recap
Thanks to everyone who showed up for the metal casting class! If you have any ideas for future classes or something to cast in metal, join the discord server linked on our website or send an email to [email protected]
columbiagadgetworks.org
February 27, 2026 at 3:44 PM
Metal Casting Class – Recap
Thanks to everyone who showed up for the metal casting class! If you have any ideas for future classes or something to cast in metal, join the discord server linked on our website or send an email to [email protected]
Thanks to everyone who showed up for the metal casting class! If you have any ideas for future classes or something to cast in metal, join the discord server linked on our website or send an email to [email protected]
Metal Casting Class – Feb 26th!
Join us this Thursday (Feb 26, 2026) for a FREE metal casting class at 6pm. Learn how to make a plaster mold from a 3D printed part and cast it in different types of metal with the equipment you can use for FREE at Columbia Gadget Works!
Join us this Thursday (Feb 26, 2026) for a FREE metal casting class at 6pm. Learn how to make a plaster mold from a 3D printed part and cast it in different types of metal with the equipment you can use for FREE at Columbia Gadget Works!
Metal Casting Class – Feb 26th!
Join us this Thursday (Feb 26, 2026) for a FREE metal casting class at 6pm. Learn how to make a plaster mold from a 3D printed part and cast it in different types of metal with the equipment you can use for FREE at Columbia Gadget Works!
columbiagadgetworks.org
February 20, 2026 at 3:52 PM
Metal Casting Class – Feb 26th!
Join us this Thursday (Feb 26, 2026) for a FREE metal casting class at 6pm. Learn how to make a plaster mold from a 3D printed part and cast it in different types of metal with the equipment you can use for FREE at Columbia Gadget Works!
Join us this Thursday (Feb 26, 2026) for a FREE metal casting class at 6pm. Learn how to make a plaster mold from a 3D printed part and cast it in different types of metal with the equipment you can use for FREE at Columbia Gadget Works!
Community Maker Series this month at CGW (1404 Grand Ave) is Jan 15 at 6pm. This free class covers metalworking techniques for mills, lathes, and more. Free materials provided for those who attend. Supported by Columbia’s Office of Cultural Affairs. discord.gg/F7kM7ardMs
Join the Columbia Gadget Works Discord Server!
Check out the Columbia Gadget Works community on Discord - hang out with 152 other members and enjoy free voice and text chat.
discord.gg
December 5, 2025 at 9:01 PM
Community Maker Series this month at CGW (1404 Grand Ave) is Jan 15 at 6pm. This free class covers metalworking techniques for mills, lathes, and more. Free materials provided for those who attend. Supported by Columbia’s Office of Cultural Affairs. discord.gg/F7kM7ardMs
At CGW TOMORROW at 6pm- FREE Community Maker Series. There will be more classes coming so stay tuned.
This session: Meshtastic- an open-source, off-grid communication network.
Financial assistance for this program has been provided by the City of Columbia Office of Cultural Affairs.
This session: Meshtastic- an open-source, off-grid communication network.
Financial assistance for this program has been provided by the City of Columbia Office of Cultural Affairs.
October 30, 2025 at 2:49 AM
At CGW TOMORROW at 6pm- FREE Community Maker Series. There will be more classes coming so stay tuned.
This session: Meshtastic- an open-source, off-grid communication network.
Financial assistance for this program has been provided by the City of Columbia Office of Cultural Affairs.
This session: Meshtastic- an open-source, off-grid communication network.
Financial assistance for this program has been provided by the City of Columbia Office of Cultural Affairs.
What is the best CAD software for a makerspace?
Fusion?
FreeCAD?
Solidworks for makerspace (now free)
Or something else?
Fusion?
FreeCAD?
Solidworks for makerspace (now free)
Or something else?
October 10, 2025 at 4:53 PM
What is the best CAD software for a makerspace?
Fusion?
FreeCAD?
Solidworks for makerspace (now free)
Or something else?
Fusion?
FreeCAD?
Solidworks for makerspace (now free)
Or something else?
At CGW on October 30 at 6pm- FREE Community Maker Series. There will be more classes coming so stay tuned.
This session: Meshtastic- an open-source, off-grid communication network.
Financial assistance for this program has been provided by the City of Columbia Office of Cultural Affairs.
This session: Meshtastic- an open-source, off-grid communication network.
Financial assistance for this program has been provided by the City of Columbia Office of Cultural Affairs.
October 1, 2025 at 5:08 PM
At CGW on October 30 at 6pm- FREE Community Maker Series. There will be more classes coming so stay tuned.
This session: Meshtastic- an open-source, off-grid communication network.
Financial assistance for this program has been provided by the City of Columbia Office of Cultural Affairs.
This session: Meshtastic- an open-source, off-grid communication network.
Financial assistance for this program has been provided by the City of Columbia Office of Cultural Affairs.
Stay tuned - Columbia Gadget Works is putting together a FREE hands-on session on how to use Meshtastic, the free, open-source way to connect off-grid.
We’ll also be giving away some gear including free Meshtastic devices for those who show up early. Stay tuned for details and signup info!
We’ll also be giving away some gear including free Meshtastic devices for those who show up early. Stay tuned for details and signup info!
September 26, 2025 at 3:55 PM
Stay tuned - Columbia Gadget Works is putting together a FREE hands-on session on how to use Meshtastic, the free, open-source way to connect off-grid.
We’ll also be giving away some gear including free Meshtastic devices for those who show up early. Stay tuned for details and signup info!
We’ll also be giving away some gear including free Meshtastic devices for those who show up early. Stay tuned for details and signup info!
Exciting stuff going down at your local makerspace!
www.columbiagadgetworks.org/post/new-too...
#makerspace #columbiamo
www.columbiagadgetworks.org/post/new-too...
#makerspace #columbiamo
New Tools at Columbia Gadget Works: 3D Printer, Laser Cutter, and CNC Router
New Tools Are Here at CGWWe’ve added some great new tools to the makerspace that we think you’ll find useful for a wide range of projects. Whether you're into prototyping, woodworking, custom gifts, o...
www.columbiagadgetworks.org
July 14, 2025 at 2:11 PM
Exciting stuff going down at your local makerspace!
www.columbiagadgetworks.org/post/new-too...
#makerspace #columbiamo
www.columbiagadgetworks.org/post/new-too...
#makerspace #columbiamo
Final Reminder- Columbia MO swap meet tomorrow morning - Saturday June 27th at 10AM - rain or shine!
We've got more cool stuff than I can fit in a picture- and bring your own to sell/donate!
We've got more cool stuff than I can fit in a picture- and bring your own to sell/donate!
June 27, 2025 at 12:23 PM
Final Reminder- Columbia MO swap meet tomorrow morning - Saturday June 27th at 10AM - rain or shine!
We've got more cool stuff than I can fit in a picture- and bring your own to sell/donate!
We've got more cool stuff than I can fit in a picture- and bring your own to sell/donate!
June 24, 2025 at 8:54 PM
Do you need a router, a router, a ROUTER, or maybe... a router?
We've got 'em. All kinds. Even the kind that gets you online.
Come to the Columbia Gadget Works Swap Meet and dig through our glorious pile of spare gear.
📅 June 28th at 10AM
📍 1404 Grand Ave
#Makerspace #SwapMeet #ColumbiaMO
We've got 'em. All kinds. Even the kind that gets you online.
Come to the Columbia Gadget Works Swap Meet and dig through our glorious pile of spare gear.
📅 June 28th at 10AM
📍 1404 Grand Ave
#Makerspace #SwapMeet #ColumbiaMO
June 20, 2025 at 12:18 PM
Do you need a router, a router, a ROUTER, or maybe... a router?
We've got 'em. All kinds. Even the kind that gets you online.
Come to the Columbia Gadget Works Swap Meet and dig through our glorious pile of spare gear.
📅 June 28th at 10AM
📍 1404 Grand Ave
#Makerspace #SwapMeet #ColumbiaMO
We've got 'em. All kinds. Even the kind that gets you online.
Come to the Columbia Gadget Works Swap Meet and dig through our glorious pile of spare gear.
📅 June 28th at 10AM
📍 1404 Grand Ave
#Makerspace #SwapMeet #ColumbiaMO
What’s the most important tool a Makerspace should have for the community?
We’ve got our own thoughts—but we want to hear yours! Whether it’s a machine, a material, or something more abstract...
Drop your answer below!
#Makerspace #ColumbiaMO #DIY
We’ve got our own thoughts—but we want to hear yours! Whether it’s a machine, a material, or something more abstract...
Drop your answer below!
#Makerspace #ColumbiaMO #DIY
June 13, 2025 at 5:16 PM
What’s the most important tool a Makerspace should have for the community?
We’ve got our own thoughts—but we want to hear yours! Whether it’s a machine, a material, or something more abstract...
Drop your answer below!
#Makerspace #ColumbiaMO #DIY
We’ve got our own thoughts—but we want to hear yours! Whether it’s a machine, a material, or something more abstract...
Drop your answer below!
#Makerspace #ColumbiaMO #DIY
Reminder- Columbia Gadget Works is having a swap meet June 28th at 10AM! Bring your junk and cool stuff to swap with people!
1404 Grand Ave
1404 Grand Ave
June 7, 2025 at 4:28 PM
Reminder- Columbia Gadget Works is having a swap meet June 28th at 10AM! Bring your junk and cool stuff to swap with people!
1404 Grand Ave
1404 Grand Ave
The killing blow from our robot battles last month! Who do you think won this one?
May 30, 2025 at 2:07 PM
The killing blow from our robot battles last month! Who do you think won this one?
Is anyone old enough to recognize this 3D printer we used to have? Looks like a V6 hotend and inductive probe. #makerspace #3dprinting #columbiamo
May 22, 2025 at 1:29 PM
Is anyone old enough to recognize this 3D printer we used to have? Looks like a V6 hotend and inductive probe. #makerspace #3dprinting #columbiamo