Pittsburgh's Original Makerspace
what is HackPGH?
HackPGH is a 100% volunteer-run community makerspace and registered 501(c)(3) charitable organization based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
Our mission is to provide you – our community – with a place to learn, mingle, and pursue creative projects, and we’ve done just that for over 15 years.
Got something you want to build, tweak, or fix? As a member of HackPGH, you’ll have secure 24/7 RFID access to our entire facility – from our woodshop, machine shop, and welding station; to our 3D printing farm, electronics workbench, thread arts, crafting, and jewelry studio, and computer lab. Not sure where to start? Our Shop Leads – or any member of the shop – will likely be able to help.
where is HackPGH?
Our address is:
1936 Fifth Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15219
HackPGH is conveniently located in the Uptown neighborhood of Pittsburgh, a few blocks west of the Birmingham Bridge. We are based in the basement level of our building, and our two entrances are located on Watson and Jumonville streets. Please use the Jumonville door when visiting for the first time!
DRIVING? HackPGH has a small gravel lot, accessed via Watson street, that can fit 2-3 cars. Free street parking is available parking on the fenced side of Watson Street and both sides of Jumonville. Overflow parking is available in the parking lot on 5th Avenue on weeknights from 6pm-6am and 24 hours on weekends.
USING PUBLIC TRANSIT? There are several bus stops within a block of the shop, but always check the public transit websites to check for detours or changes to the routes!
Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT)
- 61A
- 61B
- 61C
- 71B
Westmoreland Transit Authority (WT)
- 4 (Greensburg-Irwin-Oakland-Pittsburgh)
when is HackPGH?
That’s an odd way to phrase it!
There’s always something going on at Hack. Come and see for yourself:
- Tours are held every Monday and Saturday at 7:30PM!
- HackPGH is the place to go if you want to learn a new skill. Click here to see what classes we have on the schedule.
- HackPGH hosts numerous clubs, meetups, and other events that are open to the public. Don’t miss our popular Game Nights, alternating Fridays at 6:30PM!
- Take a look at our calendar to see what else we have in store!
get involved
If you’re thinking of joining HackPGH as a member, all you have to do is follow these three easy steps:
- Click the button below to fill out the membership application.
- Pay the applicable monthly fee – keep in mind we have several discounted options!
- Email us to schedule your tour and orientation!
Once you complete these steps and receive your key fob, your membership will be approved.
All HackPGH members are granted 24/7 RFID access to the shop as well as discounts on HackPGH classes and event tickets.
Tours are held every Monday and Saturday at 7:30pm. Walk-ins are welcome, but RSVPs are preferred!
sponsor
- Partial access to the HackPGH Slack group
- Discounts on all events & classes
- Thank-you gifts during pledge drives
member
billed monthly
with autopay
- Full access to the HackPGH Slack group
- 24/7 access to HackPGH
- Use all tools with safety clearance
- Discounts on all events & classes
- On-site temporary project storage
member
$800, billed annually
- Full access to the HackPGH Slack group
- 24/7 access to HackPGH
- Use all tools with safety clearance
- Discounts on all events & classes
- On-site temporary project storage
- One class at cost annually
- A palpable sense of satisfaction
To our community, we’re more than just a makerspace. We believe that anyone – regardless of prior experience or socioeconomic barriers – can join the maker movement. Check our calendar – in addition to “make-and-take” classes, social clubs, and meetups, we regularly host food and clothing drives, pop-up vaccine clinics, and other mutual aid initiatives – all of which are open to the general public.
We’re always making something, doing something, and adding new stuff – if you haven’t been to HackPGH recently, come see what’s new and get involved!