Where Curious Minds
Tinker, Ripple & Thrive
Hands-on workshops and creative discovery experiences for children, teens, and adults who love to build, experiment, and imagine without limits.
Workshops Built for
Every Kind of Maker
From first sparks of curiosity to deep creative dives — we have a workshop that fits where you are.
Tinkering Lab
Build circuits, disassemble gadgets, and prototype wild ideas in our fully equipped open-workbench environment. No experience necessary.
Explore Workshop →Creative Maker Studio
Sculpture, mixed media, textile art, and digital illustration come together in this cross-discipline studio for ages 8 and up.
Explore Workshop →Nature & Science Play
Outdoor exploration meets lab experimentation. Soil science, botany, weather patterns — all taught through direct discovery.
Explore Workshop →Intro to Robotics
Kids and teens learn to program, assemble, and race small robots in a collaborative, low-pressure challenge environment.
Explore Workshop →Storytelling & Illustration
Write, sketch, and bind your very own illustrated story. A narrative arts workshop that sparks confidence and voice in young creators.
Explore Workshop →Sound & Music Making
Build simple instruments, layer beats, and learn the physics of sound through playful exploration and creative performance.
Explore Workshop →
Learning That Feels Like Play — Because It Is
We believe the best learning happens when it's joyful, tactile, and driven by genuine curiosity. Every single workshop we run is designed to minimize fear and maximize wonder.
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No prior experience needed
Every session begins at ground zero — welcoming for first-timers and refreshing for veterans.
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Small groups, big attention
We cap every session at 12 participants so every maker gets genuine, focused support.
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Real facilitators, real passion
Our instructors are practicing artists, engineers, and scientists — not just teachers reading scripts.
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Take your creation home
Every participant leaves with a finished project. Tangible, beautiful proof of what you made today.
Moments of Making
Stories from Our Community
"My daughter had never touched a circuit board before. After just one Tinkering Lab session, she came home buzzing with ideas and hasn't stopped building since."
"I came to the adult Maker Studio session on a whim. Left with a textile piece I'm actually proud of, and a calendar full of upcoming workshops. This place is addictive in the best way."
"We booked a birthday workshop for eight kids — chaos in the most glorious way. Every single child went home with their robot AND a huge grin. Unforgettable."
Visit the Studio
Come see the space where ideas take shape. We're open six days a week and love drop-in visitors during open studio hours.
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Our Address 142 Ripple Lane, Suite 3B
Portland, OR 97201, United States -
Phone (503) 442-9100
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Email [email protected]
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Hours Mon–Fri: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
142 Ripple Lane, Suite 3B
Portland, OR 97201