Drake Learning Center & Makerspace

The Drake Learning Center is a 2,700 square-foot distinctive space that offers two functions:

• a versatile, 50-person event space equipped with state-of-the-art technology to support community events and innovative library programming for all ages, and
• an innovative library makerspace designed to engage Cornelius youth in programs that promote critical math and science skills essential for student success.

This community and learning space is named in honor of Rob Drake, former Cornelius City Manager and the driving force behind many successful community initiatives in Cornelius. In 2019, Drake's robust efforts garnered the City of Cornelius the prestigious All-America City award for successfully addressing local issues to improve civic engagement, collaboration, inclusiveness, and innovation.

Funding for the project came from several grants and donations including:

• City of Cornelius, Federal American Recovery Plan Act
• Institute of Museum and Library Services through the Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA), administered by the State Library of Oregon
• The Cornelius Library Foundation
• The Friends of the Cornelius Library
• an Encore Fellowship sponsored by Intel and SVP,
• and many local community donations.

For more information or to discuss ways you can contribute, please email the Library Director or call 503-357-4093.