AMRE and Make.Shift present "Pedal Power: human-driven generator workshop" from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. on January 30. Licensed electricians from Mac&Mac Electric will instruct participants on how to build a bike-powered generator that can power anything from basic household appliances to a live concert.
Make.Shift will present "Pedal Power: a human-driven generator workshop" from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. on January 30. Licensed electricians from Mac&Mac Electric will instruct participants on how to build a bike-powered generator that can power anything from basic household appliances to a live concert.
What: "Pedal Power: a Bicycle Generator Workshop"
When: 1 p.m.-4 p.m. January 30
Where: American Museum of Radio & Electricity, 1312 Bay Street
Price: $10
Mac&Mac electricians will be building a bike generator similar to Make.Shift's current "Power Wheel," which has been used to power live shows indoors and outdoors in Bellingham. Participants will also receive written building instructions to take home.
No materials are required. This workshop is safe for all ages. Please contact Make.Shift at info@makeshiftproject.com or 510.499.0535 to reserve a spot.
Make.Shift is a Bellingham-based 501c3 nonprofit organization dedicated to helping struggling musicians while lessening their impact on the environment. The American Museum of Radio and Electricity offers a variety of dynamic science education classes, workshops and events through their SPARK (Science Powered Adventures for Real Kids) program. AMRE is also a 501c3 nonprofit organization and can be reached at 360.738.3886 or amre.us