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Instead of books, members can borrow tools to support their projects; increasing access, opening opportunities and fostering a sense of community.

Tool Library

Borrow tools for your projects

Drill

Drill

Craftsman corded drill

Drill

Drill

Coleman Drill

case
18V battery
charger
various bits inside case

Drill Guide

Drill Guide

Drill guide with 90 degree brace for sizes 1/4", 3/8", 5/16"

Driver

Driver

Hitachi Driver

case
(2) 14.4 V batteries
Battery charger

Driver Bit Set

Driver Bit Set

32 piece bit set includes philips, robertson, torque, flathead, hex

Electric Metal Shears

Electric Metal Shears

18 guage corded shears for cutting sheet metal

Preview the Library

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How To
Use the library

  • *Checkouts will be paused until the summer when we plan to have a staff-member hosting open hours in our space. Stay tuned! Members can email facilities@themakingplacemt.com to schedule a check-out.

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    Borrow tools in-person during our open hours.*

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    Anyone can borrow tools from our library. Members borrow free and non-members pay a $10 fee per tool (not including bits & accessories.)

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    Borrow tools for 1 week (7 days) at a time.

  • Return your tools to our drop box on or before their due date. 

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    You will receive the drop box lock code in your checkout confirmation email.

  • Members borrow tools for free! Sign-up and start making :)

Trainings

Learn how to use the tools in our library. Contact one of the folks listed below to inquire about a personal or group training. 

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Interested in adding yourself to our list of trainers? Email facilities@themakingplacemt.com

Holden Roberts

Holden Roberts

Woodworking Tools

(406) 871-2221

What tools do you want ???

Our long-term vision for this resource includes all kinds of equipment. Tell us what YOU would like to see in our library and help direct our collection efforts. Check out our wish list made from survey results.

Support our tool drive!

Donate tools, equipment and supplies to The Making Place! Do you have old stuff collecting dust in your garage or that closet under the stairs? Email facilities@themakingplacemt.com to set up a donation.

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