Imagine Foundry Mission
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Inspiring Creativity. Building Community. Shaping the Future.
At Imagine Foundry, we believe creativity is the spark that shapes everything, from ideas to inventions, from classrooms to communities. Our mission is to ignite imagination, empower makers, and strengthen the Upper Cumberland through hands-on creativity, learning, and play.
We exist to give everyone, children, families, and lifelong learners, the space, tools, and encouragement to explore what’s possible when curiosity takes the lead.
Why We Exist
When people have the tools and freedom to create, they find confidence, joy, and purpose. They learn to solve problems, express themselves, and see the world differently. Imagine Foundry was built to nurture that spark, to make it easier for anyone, at any age, to discover what they’re capable of building.
We believe:
Every person is a maker.
Every idea has value.
Every community grows stronger when creativity is shared.
What We Do
We turn curiosity into connection.
Through interactive exhibits, maker labs, and creative programs, Imagine Foundry provides opportunities for hands-on learning that blend art, science, and innovation.
Visitors might paint, sew, solder, or sculpt. They might build something with a new tool or take something apart just to understand how it works.
Our goal isn’t perfection, it’s participation. Every project, big or small, strengthens the creative muscles that make our region thrive.
Our Core Values
Creativity
Every spark of imagination deserves a place to grow.
Community
We’re stronger when we make things together.
Accessibility
Creativity should be open to everyone.
Collaboration
Shared ideas lead to shared success.
Curiosity
Asking “What if?” is where everything begins.
Making the Dream
Building the Future
The future of Imagine Foundry is the Dream Facility with UC Makerspace, a world-class hub designed to unite education, art, innovation, and community under one roof.
Inside, children will explore exhibits that spark curiosity and confidence. Families will collaborate in bright, open maker studios filled with tools and inspiration. Local artists, educators, and inventors will share their talents, teaching others to dream boldly and build fearlessly. The Dream Facility will stand as a symbol of what’s possible when a community comes together to invest in creativity.
Every donation, sponsorship, and volunteer hour helps lay the foundation for this future—one brick, one idea, one act of generosity at a time. Together, we’re building more than a space; we’re building a legacy of imagination for generations to come.
Join the Movement
Imagine Foundry isn’t just a place, it’s a movement to build a more creative and connected Upper Cumberland.
You can be part of that story.
📧 info@imaginefoundry.org
📞 (931) 341-9106