Update: As of Friday, May 29, 2020, we are open, but with new restrictions: Everyone must wear a face mask, and there may be only one person* in each area or room. Sign-up sheets are published on Slack to help avoid conflicts.

*(“One person” refers to a “quarantine unit”, meaning if you live with someone, they can be with you just like at home.)

HackRVA is a member-run and organized non-profit makerspace in Richmond, Virginia. HackRVA is a space filled with tools, computers, and people who like to build, invent, tinker, expand their minds, and learn and share new skills. You’ll find a diverse group of individuals who are into electronics, robots, woodworking, embedded software, metalworking, music, art, video, photography, 3D printing, sewing, textiles, and virtual reality—and that’s for starters.

HackRVA members have access to the makerspace, tools, community and learning opportunities through member-lead workshops, events and projects.

Check out our workshops on Meetup.com and stay connected through social media (Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter).

We also post projects and pics around the web to inspire other Richmond makers and those abroad.

Location

(We are not open to visitors, except by appointment. Contact us at [email protected])

In Scott’s Addition at (Mailing address):

1600 Roseneath Road

Suite E

Richmond, VA 23230

We’re located in Scott’s Addition immediately behind The Dairy Bar, across the parking lot from Tang and Biscuit. If you’re using GPS, enter 3404 W. Moore Street 23230 to get to the parking lot. The entrance to our space is on West Moore Street. You’ll see our sign and door in the parking lot with the chain-link fence. Don’t park in the lot! Towing is enforced. (Members get a pass.)

Contact

We are not accepting new members right now. There is pent-up demand for the tools, and we don’t want to create any conflict between new members and existing members. We expect to get back to accepting members in a month or so.

Email: info [at] hackrva [dot] org

Twitter: @hackRVA

Facebook: hackrva

Meetup: HackRVA

FAQ

I read the above, but what are you exactly … and what’s it all about?

We’re a makerspace or hackerspace. Sometimes we’re referred to as a gym for the brain, a clubhouse for nerds, a mad scientists’ lair, a geek social club, or a preeminent basement. We’re a space filled with tools, computers, and people interested in knowledge, learning new skills, and hands-on experience. Members’ dues keep the space going. Members volunteer to run the space and manage the organization. No-one owns the space, nobody gets paid, and everyone contributes in whatever way they can to help it flourish. If you’re interested in a hobby or subject of knowledge that is “makery” related you’ll likely find not only a space to work on your projects, but comradery as well.

We are not about making money, although some members do sell some work. We are more about learning and making things for fun. Members are willing to share any skills and knowledge. Skills range from computers to wood working, audio, video, design, electronics, sewing and rug tufting. There are too many to list. Members regularly ask for help on Slack (our closed, members-only messaging platform.)

We have tools to create in new ways, like 3d printing, 3d design, laser cutting and etching, computer controlled routers to carve and cut wood. We have a wood shop with lathe, table saw, bandsaw, drill press, track saw, and more, and (very important), space to work.

You provide the enthusiasm, we’ll provide the tools—and the community. Let the making begin. Come visit us or become a member!

HackRVA Labs, Inc., a is non-for-profit corporation managed by a board of directors and organized exclusively for educational and scientific purposes as defined by section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Donations to HackRVA Labs are tax deductible.