Alejandra Drullard-Rosario
The Makers House as we know it is a creative sanctuary where students and faculty members can explore their creative potential without limitations. It offers a space for various forms of expression, including ceramics, painting,woodworking, sewing, and many more crafts.
Here, the Mount community is free to experiment, create, and push the boundaries of their imagination in a welcoming and inspiring environment.The space is more than just a workshop; it is a place where personal expression meets community engagement, and where innovation thrives in a supportive, inspiring environment.
The space is more than just a workshop; it is a place where personal expression meets community engagement, and where innovation thrives in a supportive, inspiring environment.
In the fall semester, The Makers House launched the Makers Music lab, a live room music studio offering a space to relax, create music and enjoy vinyl records.
Whether you are pursuing a degree in music or simply have a deep love for it, everyone is warmly welcome to join in the music fun. Emma Edwards is one of the Makers House Managers, she shared “ Some students like to simply hang out in the space, while others play card games with Aubrey, the Makers Music Lab GA. Some come to bang on the drums, while others record songs they’ve written— the list goes on.”
The Makers Music Lab is truly a place where creativity thrives in all forms. It encourages spontaneous collaboration and offers a platform for both seasoned musicians and newcomers to experiment with sound. Edwards said “My favorite thing to do is foster community in our practicum, which then turns outward through our workshops and community events. I also love getting to know the students that come in regularly to make and make and make. It makes my heart happy!”
By nurturing the practicum class and engaging with students during workshops and events, she helps create an environment where creativity can flourish. Her dedication to supporting and connecting with students continues to inspire both individuals and the broader Makers House community.
When speaking to the Makers House founder Nick Hutchins, he shared, “I started this House with twelve students who were in the practicum. This year we have over fifty students in the practicum class.” This significant growth in numbers speaks volumes about the growing interest in hands-on, creative exploration at the Mount.
The expansion of the program highlights not only the increasing demand for creative spaces but also the powerful sense of community that continues to thrive at The Makers House. Students now have more opportunities to collaborate, learn, and experiment with their craft, building lasting relationships and skills in an environment that celebrates artistic expression.
This growth is a testament to the success of Hutchins’ vision—creating a space where students are empowered to push their creative boundaries and find a supportive community eager to share in the process. Students love the maker's house and over the years it has been a place some students find peace at, where they can forget about school or the rest of their worries.
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