Rockville Makerspace and Tool Library
location_onRockville, Maryland
infoAbout Rockville Makerspace and Tool Library
The Rockville Tool Library is part of the Rockville Makerspace, a Rockville Science Center program at 33F Maryland Avenue in Rockville, Maryland, between the Rockville Memorial Library and Starbucks in Town Square. In its own words: "Part of the Rockville Makerspace (A Rockville Science Center program), the Tool Library is a community resource where Montgomery County residents can borrow the tools they need for home repairs, hobby projects, and creative ventures."
Membership
Annual membership is $60 a year; monthly membership is $15 a month. A flexible-pricing annual option starts at $12 online, and the makerspace asks anyone who needs a lower rate to contact it. Tool borrowing is for adults 18 and older who live in Montgomery County; people outside the county can still join the makerspace to use its onsite equipment.
How to Join
Create a profile online, choose a plan, then visit during open hours with ID showing your age and county residence to pick up your card. You can pay online by card or in person by cash, card or digital wallet.
Borrowing
helpFrequently Asked Questions
help_outlineWhere is the Rockville Tool Library?
At the Rockville Makerspace, 33F Maryland Ave, Rockville, MD 20850, between the Rockville Memorial Library and Starbucks in Town Square.
help_outlineHow much is membership?
$60 a year or $15 a month. A flexible-pricing annual rate starts at $12, and lower rates are available on request.
help_outlineWho can borrow tools?
Montgomery County residents 18 and older with a membership.
help_outlineHow long can I keep a tool?
Most tools go out for 14 days and can be renewed if nobody is waiting. Late fees are $1 per item per day.
help_outlineWhen can I pick up tools?
Tuesday and Thursday 6-8 PM, Saturday 12-4 PM and Sunday 2-4 PM. Check the makerspace calendar for current hours.
help_outlineCan I see the inventory online?
Yes, at rockvilletools.myturn.com, which lists 465 items.
help_outlineDoes the makerspace offer classes?
Yes. Many classes are open to nonmembers and free or reduced-price for members.
Tools are borrowed. These you own.
Safety gear, consumables, and basics that Rockville Makerspace and Tool Library doesn't lend — buy them once and finish the job. Every item below ships from Amazon.
Tool libraries lend the tools — but you bring your own PPE. These are the basics worth keeping on a shelf.
ANSI-Rated Safety Glasses
Anti-fog, scratch-resistant. The pair you'll actually wear.
Work Gloves (Cut-Resistant)
Level-5 cut resistance handles utility blades and rough lumber.
Ear Protection (NRR 28+)
Circular saws and routers exceed 100 dB. NRR 28+ is the safe floor.
N95 Dust Masks (10-pack)
Critical for sanding, sawing MDF, or drywall work.
Tool libraries don't lend the stuff that gets used up. Buy these once, finish your project.
Sandpaper Variety Pack
60 to 400 grit covers most rough-to-finish work.
Drill Bit Set (Titanium)
Goes through wood, plastic, and most metals. Lasts longer than HSS.
Utility Knife Blades (100-pack)
Standard-size, fit most retractable knives. Cheaper in bulk.
Wood Screws Variety Box
Mixed lengths and gauges — saves a hardware-store trip mid-project.
Cheap, used constantly, not worth a library trip. Build your own small kit with these.
25-ft Tape Measure
Magnetic hook, standout reach. The one tool you'll grab daily.
Combination Screwdriver Set
Magnetic tips. Phillips + flathead in the sizes you'll actually use.
Stud Finder (Magnetic + Electronic)
Multi-mode finders catch both magnetic fasteners and wood/metal studs.
9-in-1 Multi-Bit Driver
Replaces a kit of screwdrivers and nut drivers in one handle.
Books and plans that show you how to actually use the tools you're borrowing.
Reader's Digest Complete DIY Manual
Plumbing, electrical, carpentry, drywall — the household bible.
The Woodworker's Pocket Book
Joints, wood species, finishes — fits in a tool bag.
Black & Decker Wiring Guide
Code-current, illustrated, written for homeowners not electricians.
Pencil & Carpenter Marker Set
Mechanical carpenter pencils + deep-hole markers — endless small wins.
As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. Recommendations are editorially independent — picks based on what tool-library users typically need alongside borrowed tools.
location_onContact & Location
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card_membershipMembership & Pricing
Annual membership gives you access to the full tool inventory for borrowing.
compare_arrowsNearby Tool Libraries
| Name | Location | Distance | Rating | Membership |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DC Tool Library | Washington, DC | 12 mi | star5.0 | Free for DC residents |
| Prince William Public Libraries: Library of Things | Manassas, VA | 27 mi | — | Free with a Prince William Public Libraries card |
| Harrisburg Tool Library | Harrisburg, PA | 83 mi | star5.0 | 0 |
| West Philly Tool Library | Philadelphia, PA | 120 mi | star4.7 | $20/year (sliding scale) |
| Garden Resource Center: Tool Library & Supply Depot (GRC) | Pittsburgh, PA | 175 mi | — | From $30 |
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