I am proud to host the first-ever White House Maker Faire. This event celebrates every maker — from students learning STEM skills to entrepreneurs launching new businesses to innovators powering the renaissance in American manufacturing. I am calling on people across the country to join us in sparking creativity and encouraging invention in their communities.
President Barack Obama
June 17, 2014
What better way to start #FaireFriday than to highlight the first White House Maker Faire? President Obama showed his support for not only the maker community, but also the astoundingly positive impact we have on local economies. He declared the date of the White House Maker Faire, June 18, 2014, a National Day of Making and invited inventors, students, and entrepreneurs of all ages to celebrate the work they are doing as well as what the Maker Movement means for America. If you missed out on the fun, just head on over to the White House Maker Faire website for videos and updates. The site even features a blog that focuses on the economic data and news updates relevant to the Maker Movement.
The site also calls any and all makers to stay engaged and provides a list of actions you can do. The key is to let people know you are a Maker and connect with other Makers using #NationofMakers, especially on Twitter. We'd love to see some great Maker posts from you, so be sure to post it to us on Facebook or mention us on Twitter!