Creation Stations

Our Creation Stations are fun, creative technology stations where you can bring your ideas to life and pick up awesome new skills! You’ll find them at the Launchpad and all our branch locations. Everyone is welcome, so whether you’re exploring for the first time or you’re already a pro, come on by!

Book 1-on-1 help with Creation Stations

Need help getting started with a 3D Printer, Cricut Maker or other Creation Stations?

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Contact Us

Have a question? We’re here to help—get in touch with us anytime by email or phone.

digital.services@yourlibrary.ca

Creation Stations at Launchpad
604-231-6475

Creation Stations at Cambie
604-231-6462 ext. 2

Creation Stations at Ironwood
604-231-6468

Creation Stations at Steveston
604-231-6424 ext. 2

3D Printing

Use our 3D printers at the Brighouse Launchpad, and at Ironwood, and Cambie Libraries to make your own items — fix things, make gifts, or create custom designs!

New to 3D printing? Here’s what to do:

Get a free Richmond Public Library Card
Complete the Online 3D Printer Orientation
Send us your 3D file to add to our Printing Queue
Pick up your finished item

Note: You must be 12 or older to get certified.

Cricut Maker

Create custom cards, vinyl decals, and 3D paper projects with our Cricut Maker Stations at the Launchpad (Brighouse Library), Ironwood, and Steveston Libraries. Want to make stickers or other Print & Cut projects? Use our craft printer at Brighouse and Ironwood Libraries. Want to personalize shirts or hoodies? Use our EasyPress 2 at the Launchpad. You can also make custom mugs with our Mug Press at the Launchpad. How to Get Started

Get a free Richmond Public Library Card
Complete the Cricut Maker 3 Orientation
Visit our Cricut Maker Stations.

Note: You must be 12 or older to get certified.

To use the EasyPress 2 or Mug Press at the Launchpad, book an appointment with Launchpad staff.

Digitization

Have old VHS tapes, records, or cassettes? Visit our Digitization Station at the Launchpad (Brighouse Library) to turn them into digital files you can save and share.

What We Can Convert

VHS tapes
Floppy disks
Records
Cassettes

How to Use It

Get a free Richmond Public Library Card
Drop in to the Digitization Station at the Launchpad (Brighouse Library)
Bring a USB drive to save your digitized files

Photo Scanner

Want to scan and save your old photos? Use our Epson Flatbed Scanners at the Launchpad (Brighouse Library) and Ironwood Library. They can scan photos, slides, and negatives.

How to Get Started

Get a free Richmond Public Library Card
Drop in to use the Scanner Station at the Launchpad (Brighouse Library) or Ironwood Library
Bring a USB drive to save your scanned files

Laser Cutter

Use our laser cutter at Brighouse Library to cut and etch designs on wood and cardboard. Coming soon!