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Apply to Exhibit as a Maker


Welcome! Makers are invited to apply to participate in the Lafayette Mini Maker Faire for FREE!
Please note, there are four pages to this application. Your application is complete only after you click [SUBMIT] on the last page of this form. At any time, you can save your application with the [Save and Continue Later] link at the bottom of each page. During the application process, do not refresh your browser, or your answers may be lost.

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  • Step 1 of 4: Exhibit, Presentation, or Performance Details

    *Indicates a required field.
  • This title will be used as the headline of your profile on our website. Example: Bob's Amazing Robots
  • Commercial Makers are responsible for their own business transactions - whether it be via cash, credit card, barter, or some other means.
  • For the Maker Faire team, explain what you will demonstrate, teach, or perform. Describe what you will actually be bringing to Maker Faire. This information will not be made public. Be as descriptive as possible. For returning Makers, we encourage you to have a new activity or demo for your booth/workshop/performance.
  • Let our attendees know what to expect from your booth/workshop/performance at Maker Faire. Think about what will get attendees excited to see your booth/workshop/performance. This information will be published on our website. Response limited to 250 characters or less.
  • Please indicate the number of Makers who will be at your booth or staffing your workshop or performance. NOTE: Standard Maker booths are designed to accommodate two (2) Makers.
  • Photo must be high-resolution. Select your best photo. This photo will appear publicly with your short description above. (If you have trouble uploading a picture, choose the "Save and Continue Later" option at the bottom of the page, and contact Blake Lagneaux at blagneaux@lafayettela.gov for assistance.)
    Accepted file types: jpg, gif, png, jpeg.
  • Do you have a website that highlights your work? Please copy and paste the full link below. Example: http://www.mygreatproject.com/.
  • Do you have a video that highlights your work? Please copy and paste the full link below. Example: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RD_JpGgUFQQ.
  • Any URLs to specific websites or images or videos are helpful.
  • Including food in your exhibit may require a Health Permit and associated fee. Maker Faire producers will contact you, if needed.
  • Please give us an estimation of your space requirements.
    Please enter a number from 0 to 999.
  • Please give us an estimation of your space requirements.
  • For a standard booth, Lafayette Mini Maker Faire will provide one table and two chairs.
  • Layout drawings are optional but can be helpful in our planning.
  • Please note: if you are a returning Maker, tell us how your activity or demo will be different from last year.
  • To ensure you have adequate power onsite, it's essential we know in advance the specific amount you need. To find the total amperage you require, find the amperage listed on the back of each piece of equipment you plan to use onsite. Then, add up the amps and round up to the closest amperage below.

    • - All options below are for a 120v circuit (normal US house circuit.)
    • - If you require a 208V or 240v circuit, select "Special power requirements" and explain your power needs in the comment box provided.
    • - Average amperage for common Maker Faire items: Laptop ~2A, Sewing Machine ~0.6A, Lights ~0.3A-2A, 3D Printer ~10A, Arduino ~0.1A. Please check your equipment, and don’t guess; Thank you in advance.
  • Please select the requested power from the list below. You can state your specific power request in the Special Requests section if none of the choices are suitable for your exhibit.
  • If your exhibit uses radio frequencies, please provide details about your RF use, frequencies, etc.

  • Safety

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  • Step 2 of 4: Contact & Maker Information

    *Indicates a required field.

  • Primary Contact Information

    The Primary Contact is the logistical contact for the Maker Faire production and editorial team.
  • We will send acceptance notification and all information to this email address. Please type it carefully.
  • Please provide the best contact number for questions we may have during the planning process.

  • Maker, Presenter, or Performer Information

    Name(s), Bio(s), Title, Organization, and Photo will be published on the Maker Faire website. All other information will remain private and goes only to the Maker Faire team.

  • Maker 1

  • Accepted file types: jpg, gif, png, jpeg.

  • Maker 2

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  • Maker 3

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  • Maker 4

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  • Maker 5

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  • Maker 6

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  • Maker 7

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  • Group Information

  • Image must be at least 500px wide or larger.
    Accepted file types: jpg, gif, png, jpeg.
  • Example: http://www.groupwebsite.com/
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  • Step 3 of 4: Additional Details

    *Indicates a required field.
  • Upload other documentation related to your exhibit that you'd like to share with us.
    Drop files here or
  • Please select all options that apply.
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  • Step 4 of 4: Review and Submit

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  • Review your application below.

    To return to your application and edit, click on the [PREVIOUS] button at the bottom of this page. DO NOT hit the back button on your browser.

    Your application is not complete until you click [SUBMIT] below.

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