Makerspace · Twin Cities
Twin Cities Maker
Beginner-friendly Lapidary 101 covers rock selection, shaping, cutting, grinding and polishing; no experience is required.
Access & requirements
- Classes / instruction
- Public · conditions apply
- Independent equipment sessions
- Members only
- Participation
- The listed Lapidary 101 course offers member and non-member registration. Ongoing shop access requires membership and is not an on-demand rental.
- Prerequisites
- No experience is required for Lapidary 101. New members complete Twin Cities Maker orientation; its membership guide says shop areas may require separate safety training before tool use.
- Equipment & materials
- Lapidary 101 covers a slabbing saw, band saw, drill press, cabochon grinding wheel, and grinding/polishing wheel system. Safety glasses, hearing protection and an apron are recommended.