On October 13th and 14th at the George R Brown Convention Center, Innovation Spark will be hosting the 6th annual Houston Makers Faire. This fair is aimed at getting young people involved in engineering, science, and technology.
Various vendors and educational groups will be on hand to get kids creativity to engage with robotics, environmental Sciences, technology, and the concepts of building using raw materials and 3D printing.
Houston makers groups have been present at events such as come palooza which also takes place in the George R Brown Convention Center, the independent show is able to focus solely on these different aspects for encouraging young people in sciences and Technology.
Some of these groups also are for the encouragement I’ll be on women and Technology such as, #FIRSTLikeAGirl , a group that gets girls involved with robotics.
These will be a few of the groups attending the Faire:
3D DISTRIBUTED
3D Distributed is a manufacturing/technology company in Houston that designs and manufactures 3d printers and extrusions systems. With a range of products from mods and upgrades to large scale modular
Website: www.3ddistributed.com
3D IMAGINE
3D Imagine is a 3D Photogrammetry, 3D Printing and 3D Design Company based in Houston that specializes in life-like figurines.
Maker: Sandra Baynes
Sandra Baynes is the owner of 3D Imagine, a 3D Photogrammetry, 3D Printing and 3D Design Company based in Houston that specializes in life-like figurines.
Website: www.3dimagine.com
A LONG WALK TO WATER
Students engaged in a problem based learning challenges to help people around the world provide themselves with clean water. They designed a portable water filter using CAD Design software and created prototypes using recyclable materials.
Makers: Debbie Harris, Steve Johnson, and Shai Zacaraev
Debbie Harris is a microbiologist/chemist who left research to teach Middle School students. Harris believes in using problem-based learning to connect Science learning to the student’s real world. Mrs. Harris is a winner of the Presidential Award for Excellence in Science Teaching and has won numerous grants to bring “hands-on” experiences and creative projects to the classroom.
Steve Johnson
Builder, Mechanic, Programmer, Teacher, Backpacker, Canoeist, Father
Shai Zacaraev
Shai moved to Houston last year to help create the High School at the St. Francis Episcopal School. Having completed two master’s degrees, the first in computer science and the second in education leadership. He brings a vast array of experience in creating maker-spaces as well as developing computer science curriculum.
Website: twitter.com/Einstein_Harris/status/990020062487699457
From the official press release:
“This is going to be our best Maker Faire ever as we continue to be the leading showcase of human ingenuity and creativity plus a fascinating window into emerging technology-driven capabilities. There are learning opportunities in abundance for people of all ages and backgrounds, and even more, hands-on activities too. So, whether you like traditional crafts or the latest high-tech demos, Houston Maker Faire is the place to be!” said Andrew Lynch, Organizer & Innovation Spark Board Member.
There will be Region 4 academic credit for educators available. Hours, ticket prices and additional info available here: https://houston.makerfaire.com/tickets/
