Explore. Make. Create.
We believe STEAM is best learned by doing! This calendar is a test to help families find free and low-cost, hands-on opportunities around Portland.
Each space is different. Check age limits, costs, and sign-up rules with the organization before visiting.
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CETI Community Technology Lab – Open Lab
Drop in at CETI Community Technology Lab to explore, experiment, prototype, and create with emerging technology, digital fabrication, and creative media. CETI welcomes community visitors during posted open lab hours.
Open lab hours: Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, approximately 11:00 AM-5:00 PM in October and November 2026. Hours can change around events and project deadlines. Check the official calendar or community updates before heading over.
Location: CETI Community Technology Lab, Columbia Square, 111 SW Columbia St, Suite 400, Portland, OR 97201 (4th floor).
Parking: The parking garage entrance is at 144 SW Jefferson St, between SW 1st and SW 2nd Avenues. Drive to parking level 4; the CETI lab is across the hall. Check posted garage parking rates before parking.
Arriving from the street: Enter Columbia Square at 111 SW Columbia St, check in with security on the ground floor, then take the elevator to the fourth floor.
Who can visit: The open lab is described as open to all. Specific minimum ages, supervision rules for minors, and drop-in costs have not been independently confirmed; contact CETI if these affect your visit.
Stay up to date: CETI official calendar (schedule); CETI Discord community (updates; invite link not independently verified).
Workshops and special events: Explore CETI’s Eventbrite organizer page for separately scheduled activities and registration. Eventbrite tickets are not being advertised as required for ordinary open lab visits.
More about the lab: CETI Community Technology Lab.
