A digital fabrication laboratory where local innovators access cutting-edge manufacturing tools to prototype ideas, from concept to finished object.
At a glance
Fablab Venice is part of a global network of open-access fabrication laboratories rooted in local communities. The space provides digital manufacturing equipment and expertise to entrepreneurs, makers, and inventors pursuing sustainable, customized production.
History
The Fablab concept originated at MIT in Boston before spreading across the world. Fablab Venice carries forward this international philosophy of democratizing design and manufacturing tools while maintaining strong ties to its Venetian context and regional innovation ecosystem.
What you see
As a working laboratory rather than a museum, Fablab Venice houses digital manufacturing equipment—including tools for cutting, engraving, 3D printing, and prototyping—arranged in a functional workshop environment designed for collaborative projects and hands-on learning.
Cultural significance
Fablab Venice represents a contemporary shift in how innovation and entrepreneurship operate at the local level. By combining open-source philosophy with digital fabrication, the lab supports sustainable production practices and the development of custom, locally-made goods within Venice’s creative economy.
Key facts
- Address: Via delle Industrie, 9, 30175 Venezia
- Coordinates: 45.4733133583997, 12.25223958492279
- Phone: 347 008 8463
- Website: https://www.fablabvenezia.org/
Practical information
Fablab Venice operates as an active workspace. Contact the lab directly or visit the website for current hours, membership options, workshop schedules, and equipment access details.
Getting there
The facility is located on Via delle Industrie in the Venezia Mestre area, accessible by public transport and car. Check the official website or call ahead for directions and parking information.
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