Maker movement enthusiasts of all ages, save the dates: The Miami Mini Maker Faire returns for a two-day festival Feb. 20-21, 2016.
Expecting more than 5,000 attendees, the third Maker Faire will gather at the iconic campus of the National YoungArts Foundation for a weekend full of inventions, performances and workshops by more than 150 local and regional innovators in science, technology, multi-disciplinary arts, education and design. The Faire is an opportunity for artists, engineers, tinkerers, entrepreneurs and educators to share their passions, connect with peers and inspire the next generation of makers.
Produced by MIAMade in association with Maker Media, The John S. and James L. Knight Foundation and the Patricia and Phillip Frost Museum of Science, Miami Mini Maker Faire is a community-focused event at the cross-section of a thriving cultural arts scene and burgeoning science and technology sector. It features local “makers” and entrepreneurs specializing in everything from robotics, DIY science and technology, and traditional handcrafts, to emerging talent in the visual, literary, design and performance arts. For 2016, YoungArts has joined the Faire as a title sponsor.
“Since its launch in 2013, Miami Mini Maker Faire sought to explore and celebrate the natural relationship between STEM and the arts by highlighting local and regional talent in these fields. Partnering with YoungArts for the 2016 festival really takes that mission to the next level and sets a new standard for representation of the arts in Maker Faires throughout the world," said MIAMade founder Ric Herrero.
For ticketing information, or to apply to exhibit your project, please visit makerfairemiami.com, and follow Miami Mini Maker Faire on Facebook and Twitter. The Call for Makers (exhibitors, performers, speakers and educators) is open through January 20, 2016. For inquiries, please email us at miamimakers@gmail.com.