Marion County Maker Collective

What is the Marion County Maker Collective?

The Marion County Maker Collective (MCMC) is a nonprofit community makerspace launching in January 2026 to provide expansive access to tools, technology, training, and creative opportunities for residents of Ocala and Marion County. Whether you're an entrepreneur, artist, student, or lifelong learner, MCMC is a collaborative space to explore hands-on making, prototyping, and innovation.

Our mission is to empower individuals and strengthen the local economy through creativity, education, and entrepreneurship.

The Marion County Maker Collective is located at:

3650 NE 25th St (Unit 1A)

Ocala, FL 34470

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mission and GOALs

To provide a space for people to learn and create through hands-on activities, often using technology and art.

Foster creativity: Encourage members to experiment without judgement and share their knowledge.

Develop skills: Build leadership, communication, collaboration, and technical skills.

Promote innovation: Support prototyping, entrepreneurial growth, and idea development.

Build resilience: Embrace learning through failure and adapt to change.

Develop a growth mindset: Encourage lifelong learning and exploration.

Create a culture of curiosity: Learn by doing, making mistakes, and persevering.

What We Offer

• Member access to workstations, power tools, 3D printers, and crafting zones
• Classes and workshops in art, technology, design, and fabrication
• Opportunities to sell goods through our on site maker shop- coming in Spring of 2026
• Programs in partnership with local schools, nonprofits, and businesses
• A safe, inclusive space for creative collaboration

Why it matters

Over 409,000 people live in Marion County
Only 22.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher
41.5% of all local businesses are classified as small businesses
The region ranks among the top in the U.S. for small business per capita, yet we have very limited pathways for entrepreneurs to develop and test their products.

MCMC supports economic mobility, skill-building, and creative empowerment in one of Florida's fastest-growing regions. It also plays a key role in the circular economy by encouraging sustainable practices, reuse of materials, and innovation that reduces waste while generating local value.