Teen Makers
Calling all curious, creative, and tech-loving teens!
Teen Maker Space at American Corner Trieste is back – and it’s better than ever!
If you’re a middle or high school student who loves to build, invent, explore, and experiment, this is the space for you. Whether you’re into 3D printing, coding, chemistry, drones, upcycling, or engineering, our FREE Friday sessions are all about learning by doing – and having fun doing it in English!
💡 What is the Teen Maker Space?
The Teen Maker Space is a creative, hands-on lab where you can:
- 🔬 Experiment with science and technology
- 💻 Learn practical skills in engineering, electronics, and design
- 🛠️ Build your own projects and bring ideas to life
- 🌍 Collaborate with peers and adult mentors
- 🎯 Develop 21st-century skills in problem-solving, creativity, and teamwork – all in English!
No lectures, no homework – just pure discovery and innovation.
🗓️ Start Date & Weekly Schedule
- First Meeting: Friday, October 3, 2025
- When: Every Friday from 15:30 to 17:30
- Where: American Corner Trieste, Piazza Sant’Antonio Nuovo, 6 – Trieste
- Who Can Join: All middle and high school students
- Cost: FREE
- Language: English-friendly environment – perfect for language learners!
👉 Only register once before your first session.
🔍 What You’ll Learn: Maker Skills & STEAM Activities
Each week we dive into hands-on projects that develop core STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) skills. Here’s just a taste of what’s in store:
- 🧪 Chemistry experiments and safe lab fun
- 🔧 Engineering challenges – build bridges, bots & more
- 🖨️ 3D printing and digital design
- ⚡ Electronics and basic circuit building
- 🚁 Drones & robotics exploration
- 🔄 Upcycling projects – give new life to old materials
- 🎮 Tech tinker time – from apps to Arduino!
Led by expert adult mentors, each session is a chance to explore your talents, develop new skills, and express your creativity in English.
🇺🇸 Powered by American Spaces
The Teen Maker Space is part of American Corner Trieste, one of over 600 American Spaces worldwide, supported by the U.S. Embassy in Rome. American Spaces are designed to foster:
- 💬 Cross-cultural dialogue
- 📚 Access to English-language learning
- 🚀 STEAM education and innovation
- 🤝 Community building for youth and educators
At our Maker Space, you’ll not only boost your confidence in English – you’ll also join a global network of future innovators and changemakers.
🙌 Why Teens Love It
💬 “I learned how to 3D print and use tools I’d never seen before!”
💬 “It’s a place where you can try, fail, and try again – and it’s fun!”
💬 “I come for the projects, but I stay for the people.”
Whether you’re an experienced tinkerer or just getting started, there’s a place for YOU in the Teen Maker Space.
📝 How to Join
✔️ It’s simple: Register once before your first visit.
👋 Then just show up and start making!
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