The Wood and Metal shop is closed for the rest of the 2025-2026 Academic Year. This also includes our Universal Laser System Laser Cutters. Questions or concerns about the closure may be directed to mcmahon8@uw.edu.
Rent The 8 for Your Event
Host your event at The 8
Bring your next event to The 8, a flexible, vibrant venue that combines social space with a makerspace. This is the ideal spot for both gatherings and build your own experience events.
Host your event at The 8
Bring your next event to The 8, a flexible, vibrant venue that combines social space with a makerspace. This is the ideal spot for both gatherings and build your own experience events.
The 8 offers industry standard wood and metal shops for hands on projects, along with plenty of seating and a recreation area featuring billiards, ping pong and other games.
Room type: Large makerspace, game area and recreation space, wood and metal shops
Capacity: 300 people
Seating: Configurable seating, booths, tables
Accessible: Yes
Minimum rental: Available to rent 1–11p.m., 7 days a week for a minimum of 1 hour
Our Policies: Policy Review | Youth Policy
Location & Virtual Tour
Address: McMahon Hall (MCM), 4000 15th Ave NE, Seattle, WA 98105. For a physical tour of this space, please contact hfsperks@uw.edu or view the Floor plan.
Equipment
The 8 has state-of-the-art equipment that will enhance your event experience. From games to wood and metal shops, this space has lots to offer.
Craft Supplies
Prusa 3D printers
Laser cutters
Sewing machines
Recreation Space
Pool tables
Ping pong table
Booth seating
Metal Shop (closed)
TRAK DPM Manual /3-axis CNC Bed Mill
Clausing Metosa C1440S Lathe
Delta 16 ½” Variable Speed Drill Press
Delta 8” Industrial Grinder
Delta 6” Belt/9” Disc Sander
Wilton 14” Vertical Band Saw
Jet 7” Horizontal-Vertical Band Saw
DeWalt 14” Chop Saw
Wood Shop (closed)
Sawstop Cabinet Table Saw with Router
Grizzly 1” x 30” Belt/5” Disc Combo Sander
Delta 14” Vertical Band Saw
Makita 10” Slide Compound Chop Saw
Dremel 3D45 3D Printer
Dyna CNC Router 5’x8’ bed
Rigid 13” Thickness Planer
Rigid 6 1/8” Jointer/Planer
Delta 16 ½” Variable Speed Drill Press
Delta 6” Belt/9” Disc Sander
Safety Speed Vertical Panel Saw – 74” max crosscut
DeWalt 20” Variable Speed Scroll Saw
3D/FABRICATION
Universal Laser Cutter 36” x 24” cutting surface
LPKF Protomat S100 Circuit Board Prototyping Machine
Creaform Go Scan 50 White Light Portable 3D Scanner
Workshops
We have experience leading a wide variety of workshops, but this list is not exhaustive. Please reach out to one of our Residence Education Specialists if you have another idea for a workshop for your event. We’d be happy to collaborate with you to develop a unique experience for your group.
Gift Series: Sewn Zip Pouches
DIY Spooky Halloween Plushie
Laser Engraving: Water Bottles
Laser Cutting: Pumpkins
Intro to Sewing: Pincushions
ShopBot CNC Coasters
Intro to Jewelry
Intro to Chainmail
Rates & Fees
Facility | RSO | UW Department | Off-Campus Group | Equipment |
The 8 individual equipment fee (excluding 3D printers) | $5.50/hour | $11/hour | $16.50/hour | N/A |
The 8 (exclusive facility usage) | $54/hour | $110/hour | $220/hour | $88/day |
McMahon Pompeii Room* | $21.60/hour | $33/hour | $49.50/Hour | N/A |
Staff Support
Student Staff | $39.60/hour |
Professional Staff | $79.20/hour |
Please have your attendees complete the following:
Safety Quiz
This safety quiz will go over your understanding of the safety expectations in the HFS makerspaces.
User Agreement
For students not living in campus housing please read and sign our User Agreement.
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Café to Go
Café to Go allows you to conveniently order coffee, beverages, pastries, snacks, salads, sandwiches, or cookies for your meeting or engagement.