This fall, every Barnes & Noble location in the U.S. will play host to a Make Magazine Mini Maker Faire.
Maker Faires are events where creators, inventors and curious people get together to discuss and learn. They include workshops, lectures and project sessions with guidance and materials provided. Usually, Maker Faires are large scale events, but this fall, Barnes & Noble stores across the country will host mini local Faires that make the event accessible to anyone who lives by one of the big name bookstores. Barnes & Noble is the biggest seller of paper copies of Make Magazine, which makes it uniquely suited to host the event.
Makers are DIY creators who differ slightly from crafters in that there's a more technical, invention-based aspect to making. Make Magazine provides an Internet community for these at-home engineers, allowing them to share everything from lofty concepts to downloadable patterns for 3D printing.
Nationwide Maker Events
Make Magazine is Hosting a Maker Fair at Every Barnes & Noble Location
Trend Themes
1. Mini Maker Faires at Barnes & Noble - The trend of hosting affordable and accessible mini Maker Faires at Barnes & Noble stores creates an opportunity for makers to connect with a wider audience.
2. DIY Engineering and Invention - The trend towards DIY engineering and invention creates an opportunity for businesses to provide tools and resources for at-home makers to bring their ideas to life.
3. Online Communities for Makers - The trend of providing online communities for makers creates an opportunity for businesses to offer platforms that enable makers to collaborate, share ideas and receive feedback.
Industry Implications
1. Retail - Retail stores, like Barnes & Noble, can use mini Maker Faires to attract customers who are interested in DIY technology and inventions.
2. Education - Education institutions can use mini Maker Faires as a way to introduce students to DIY engineering and invention, providing them with hands-on experience and inspiration.
3. Technology - Technology companies can use the trend towards DIY engineering and invention to develop and sell hardware and software tools that enable makers to bring their ideas to life.