MakerPlace Workshop: Kalimba
MakerPlace Workshops offer guided, hands-on experiences led by our expert educators. Explore skills like soldering, leatherwork, and optical illusions in workshops that typically last two hours and include a take‑home project.
Open to makers ages 8+ and not just for kids! Adults are welcome to come tinker, experiment, and create. No kiddo required.
The kalimba is a beautiful instrument originating in Africa, often called a thumb piano. Consisting of metal tines mounted on a wooden board, which produce melodic, high-pitched tones when plucked. In this workshop, craft, assemble, and tune your very own kalimba! In this hands-on experience, you’ll bring your instrument to life. Whether you’re a music lover or a DIY enthusiast, discover the joy of creating an instrument that produces beautiful, soothing melodies. Let’s make, play, and enjoy the magic of sound!
