About YOUmedia
What We Do
YOUmedia is Chicago Public Library’s creative teen maker space, a welcoming place where teens can connect, collaborate, and bring their ideas to life. Our spaces offer free access to books, laptops, manga, and hands-on tools like a 3D printer, DSLR cameras, button makers, vinyl cutters, and even a Nintendo Switch. Skilled Teen staff and librarians are always available to support your projects and creative goals.
Hours and programming vary by location, so be sure to check your local branch page for details.
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Locations
Hours and programing varies per branch, so check out the location site here.
Recording Studios
recordingstudioHarold Washington Library Center
Studio EquipmentLegler Regional Library
Malik in the StudioWhitney M. Young, Jr.
- recordingstudioHarold Washington Library Center
- Studio EquipmentLegler Regional Library
- Malik in the StudioWhitney M. Young, Jr.
Learn more about YOUmedia's history, philosophy and partnerships.
Partnerships
Interested in partnering with us? For more information, contact teenservices@chipublib.org.
YOUmedia FAQs
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It's an open environment where you choose what you want to do and skilled library staff provide coaching and assistance. You can hang out, mess around and geek out. All YOUmedia locations have books, 3D printers, laptops, cameras, music and gaming equipment, and some YOUmedia locations have sewing machines and more.
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YOUmedia is available at all CPL locations.
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At most locations you can come to YOUmedia if you are 13 years old. Harold Washington Library Center YOUmedia is strictly for high school students.
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Check with each YOUmedia location for hours.
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YOUmedia is free. It doesn't cost anything to use equipment or visit any YOUmedia space.
