Idea Lab-STEAM Accessibility

The Idea Lab is an essential element of the Princeton Public Library. Located on the lower level of the library, the Idea Lab provides the ability for library users to gain experience in some of our STEAM related materials and to experiment with items that they may not have regularly available.

Though this area is open for public access, please ask the library staff to assist if you are unfamiliar with an item.

Library users may gain access to items such as: Microscope and slides, Osmo Coding Robot, Snap Circuits, Lego Boost Creative Robot, TaleBot, Hydroponics Growing System, Nintendo Switch plus games, and access to a variety of crafting and creating supplies.

3-D PRINTERS: The library possesses 2 FDM 3D Printer, an Creality Ender-3 V2 Neo 3D Printer, and a FlashForge Finder 3 3D Printer for public use. Users must have staff assistance while operating these machines unless the 3D Printer Course has been completed and/or permission granted by library staff. a 35¢ per meter charge is applied to 3D printing, with a flat fee of 25¢ for everything under one meter. This is to help cover the cost of replacement filament, operational cost of the machines, and for any possible repairs or upkeep that may need to be done.

Oculus Quest 2: The library has a VR headset system for patron use. Patrons are advised to call in advance to schedule a playing session. Sessions are limited to 30 minutes per player. An adult must remain with children 12 years and under while this device is in use. If an instructional class has not been taken, a staff member will remain present during use. The Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality Release of Liability Form must be signed before one can use the VR system.