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The Education Commons is open to the Penn community and is home to a makerspace, crafting space, and reservable study spaces and seminar rooms.

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Access

Note that access to the Education Commons is restricted to members of the Penn community with a valid PennCard.

Education Commons Fox Fitness Center Entrance

How to find us

The Education Commons is located in the George A. Weiss Pavilion next to Franklin Field. Here's how to get here and what to know before you visit.

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Reserve a space

Check out the group study rooms, booths, and classrooms you can book in the Education Commons.

Use Specialized Equipment

At the Education Commons, students, faculty, and staff can use our specialized equipment for academic and personal projects alike!

To use the following tools, fill out our consultation form.
  • Arduinos
  • Basic Art Supplies
  • Laminator
  • Paper Cutter/Trimmer
  • Makey Makey Kits
  • Sewing Machine
  • Vacuum Former
  • Vinyl Cutter
To use the following tools, complete one of our training workshops.
  • 3D Printer
  • Laser Cutter
  • Metal and Jewelry Tools
  • Hydraulic Press
  • Rolling Mill

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AI generated image of a toy packaging with the Penn Museum Sphinx
  • Workshop
September 12, 2025

Vitale: Intro to AI for Packaging Design Part 1 of 2

Learn Adobe Firefly and Illustrator to create custom toy packaging inspired by Penn Museum objects in this beginner-friendly, hands-on workshop, part of the Re/Make History exhibit.

  • 2:00pm - 4:00pm
  • Vitale Digital Media Lab (Van Pelt 121)
Open to Penn Students Only
3D models of Aristotle's heads in various colors
  • Workshop
September 15, 2025

Aristotle Epoxy Resin Heads

Learn to craft a 3D sculpture of Aristotle’s head with epoxy resin in this hands-on workshop. Add your own creative touches inspired by his philosophical legacy.

  • 2:00pm - 4:00pm
  • Education Commons Makerspace
Open to Penn Students Only
textured copper coiled ring
  • Workshop
September 18, 2025

Intro to Metals and Jewelry: Coiled Rings

Learn metalworking basics and craft a silver and copper coiled ring in this hands-on workshop, part of the Re/Make History exhibit with the Penn Museum Library.

  • 2:00pm - 4:00pm
  • Education Commons Makerspace
Open to Penn Students Only

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Location and Accessibility

Accessibility

Accessible entry to the Fox Fitness Center and the Education Commons is available on grade and up one floor by elevator, to the mezzanine.

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Accessible Entrance

Education Commons accessible entrance

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