Ives Squared
Ives Squared, a new center for innovation and collaboration at the main downtown library that opened summer 2018. As an anchor institution in the Elm City Innovation Collaborative (ECIC), Ives Squared is designed to inspire and augment the vibrant civic and entrepreneurial culture of the New Haven community with the Tinker Lab, a makerspace; the Exchange, for co-working, entrepreneurship, and small business development; the Switchboard, for in-person questions and information; and a Café.
ives squared at a glance
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Switchboard
The Switchboard is the welcoming front door for individuals to connect their interests to opportunities, services, databases, and resources inside and outside the Library.
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Tinker Lab
The Tinker Lab provides the training and tools for experimentation and an introduction to the world of creating and making.
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Exchange
The Exchange offers an entrepreneurial and social space for collaboration and co-working around business, civic, and community issues.
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Take & Make Kits Available
Check out our current and previous take and make kits here! Previous kits link to our YouTube channel as well as printable instructions!
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EIR/CIR
Meet the new EIR: Giulia Gambale, and CIR: Ceresa Newsome, and schedule office hours today!
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Digital ToolBox
Access online databases for all of your business and creative needs.
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Certifications
Get certified in a variety of skills directly from Ives Squared.
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Create a Game
Join full-stack developer, Page Swanson, and learn how to code with the goal of creating an online game!
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Events
Explore our events.
Get Inspired
Find more information on how to contact us, policies, and The Cafe
We’d love to hear from you!
The Café is an ideal spot for networking and social gatherings offering beverages and snacks to relax and recharge as well as a patio overlooking the New Haven Green.
The Café is currently closed. We look forward to re-opening the space soon.
Hours, Phone & Address
Ives Squared is in the Ives Main Library at 133 Elm Street and is open during the following business hours:
10am - 8pm
10am - 8pm
10am - 8pm
10am - 8pm
10am - 5:00pm
10am - 5:00pm
If you have any questions you can call 203.946.8130 ext.140
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