When does the workshop take place?

On September 10, 2026, from 16:30 to 18:30.

In the district library Rodenkirchen, Schillingsrotter Straße 38, 50996 Cologne.

Is there an age limit?

Yes, the minimum age is 16 years.

Do I need to register?

Yes, registration via the booking system of the City of Cologne is necessary.

What will I learn in the workshop?

Operating the 3D printer MakerBot Replicator+ and the software MakerBot Print. 3D scanning and 3D modeling are not part of the offering.

Free 3D Printing Workshop in Rodenkirchen Makes Technology Tangible and Useful

Name: License for 3D Printing in Cologne: Free Workshop in Rodenkirchen
Start: 2026-09-10T18:30:00+02:00
End: 2026-09-10T20:30:00+02:00
Location: Stadtteilbibliothek Rodenkirchen

Start directly making things with 3D printing in Cologne

In the district library Rodenkirchen, a practical workshop arises from a curiosity about technology: On September 10, 2026, participants will get to know the 3D printer MakerBot Replicator+ and MakerBot Print and secure a license for independent use in the Cologne libraries at the end. The workshop lasts from 16:30 to 18:30 and is free of charge for anyone aged 16 and above with a valid library card. ([stadt-koeln.de](https://www.stadt-koeln.de/leben-in-koeln/freizeit-natur-sport/veranstaltungskalender/lizenz-fuer-3d-druck-213))

Practical, clear, and directly applicable

The focus is on operating the device and the software, not on 3D scanning or 3D modeling. That is exactly what makes the format so attractive for everyone who wants to implement their printing projects in a structured way. After the event, there will not only be new knowledge in the room but also a concrete authorization for later reserving the 3D printer in the libraries. ([stadt-koeln.de](https://www.stadt-koeln.de/leben-in-koeln/freizeit-natur-sport/veranstaltungskalender/lizenz-fuer-3d-druck-213))

A place for focused learning

The district library Rodenkirchen provides the appropriate setting: easily accessible at Schillingsrotter Straße 38, with connections via Stadtbahn line 16 and bus lines 130, 131, and 135 to Rodenkirchen station. According to the city of Cologne, the entrance area is partially accessible for wheelchair users, as are the toilets. This emphasizes: anyone registering should consider the conditions in advance. ([stadt-koeln.de](https://www.stadt-koeln.de/leben-in-koeln/freizeit-natur-sport/veranstaltungskalender/lizenz-fuer-3d-druck-213))

City Library Cologne as a strong digital learning address

The City Library Cologne presents itself as a modern library system with digital offerings and its own social media presence on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Mastodon, and BlueSky. For this workshop, the combination of public educational work, technical practice, and low-threshold communication speaks. This builds trust and makes the event experience both relatable and forward-looking. ([stadtbibliothekkoeln.blog](https://stadtbibliothekkoeln.blog/impressum/))

For those looking for a compact, free introduction to 3D printing, this workshop offers an appointment with real added value: learning, applying, securing a license. The workshop in Rodenkirchen convincingly combines technology, education, and practical use. Register now and be part of it live. ([stadt-koeln.de](https://www.stadt-koeln.de/leben-in-koeln/freizeit-natur-sport/veranstaltungskalender/lizenz-fuer-3d-druck-213))