Maker Faire Meridian is Mississippi and Alabama’s premier “Show and Tell” event for makers, inventors, artists, engineers, craftspeople, students, educators, hobbyists, and anyone who enjoys creating, building, or learning something new.

Hosted by the Mississippi Industrial Heritage Museum at historic Soulé Steam Museum—America’s last intact steam engine factory—Maker Faire Meridian brings together creative people from across the region to share their projects, demonstrate their skills, and inspire others through hands-on learning and discovery.

Since its founding in 2015, Maker Faire Meridian has welcomed makers representing an incredible variety of interests, including robotics, electronics, 3-D design and printing, blacksmithing, woodworking, sewing, quilting, letterpress printing, fine arts, metalworking, computer programming, drones, model engineering, agriculture, gardening, and much more. Every Maker Faire is different because it reflects the creativity and passions of the people who participate.

So, who are Makers?

Makers are people who enjoy solving problems, building things, experimenting, creating art, preserving traditional crafts, exploring science, or simply sharing what they love. They include engineers, scientists, artists, authors, educators, students, entrepreneurs, crafters, hobbyists, clubs, nonprofits, and community organizations. Whether someone creates with a hammer, a sewing machine, a paintbrush, a computer, or a 3-D printer, they’re a Maker.

Maker Faire is more than an exhibition—it’s a community celebration of creativity and innovation. Visitors have the opportunity to meet the people behind the projects, ask questions, watch live demonstrations, and discover new hobbies and careers. It’s a place where children and adults alike are encouraged to explore, imagine, and create.

Schools, colleges, homeschool groups, and youth organizations are encouraged to participate by showcasing student projects in science, engineering, technology, art, agriculture, and the skilled trades. Maker Faire provides an outstanding opportunity for students to demonstrate what they are learning while inspiring future makers.

Artists, makerspaces, community art centers, historical organizations, gardening clubs, beekeepers, LEGO® user groups, drone enthusiasts, amateur radio operators, aviation groups, and countless other organizations also find a welcoming home at Maker Faire Meridian. If you have a passion for making, collecting, restoring, teaching, or sharing knowledge, we’d love to have you join us.

Maker Faire began in 2006 in the San Francisco Bay Area as a project of the editors of Make: Magazine. It has since grown into a worldwide network of flagship and independently produced events that celebrate the Maker Movement and encourage innovation in communities around the globe.

Whether you’re an experienced maker, a curious beginner, or simply looking for a fun and inspiring day with your family, Maker Faire Meridian offers something for everyone. Come discover the amazing creativity, ingenuity, and entrepreneurial spirit that make our region such a remarkable place to live, work, and create.