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Strengthening the Upper Cumberland Through Creativity and Connection

At Imagine Foundry, we believe creativity is a powerful tool for building stronger communities. From classrooms to businesses, and from family programs to regional partnerships, we’re proud to work alongside others in the Upper Cumberland who share our vision of a connected, inspired, and thriving region.

Collaboration that Sparks Creativity

Local Partnerships

Collaboration is at the heart of our mission. We partner with schools, libraries, nonprofits, and businesses across the UC to bring hands-on creativity where it’s needed most.

These partnerships allow us to:

 

  • Deliver mobile maker programs to classrooms and after-school groups.

  • Provide creative workshops in collaboration with local libraries and community centers.

  • Work with regional businesses and organizations to co-host family-friendly events.

  • Share resources and expertise to support STEAM education and lifelong learning.

 

Every partnership is rooted in the belief that when we combine resources and ideas, our entire community benefits.

Honored to be Partnered With or Supported By:

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Experiences that Bring Us Together

Programs that Connect

Our community programs are built to make creativity accessible for everyone in the UC. Each initiative invites people of all ages to explore, invent, and collaborate through shared experiences and hands-on fun.

Whether it’s a family exploring a pop-up maker lab or a classroom crafting a community exhibit, every project strengthens the connections that make our region so special.

 

  • Community Days – Free or discounted admission days that welcome everyone into the museum and maker labs.

  • Pop-Up Maker Labs – Traveling stations that bring hands-on learning directly into neighborhoods and schools.

  • Collaborative Exhibits – Interactive displays created with input from local artists, makers, and students.

  • Seasonal Events – Glow parties, holiday festivals, and creative celebrations that bring families together across the UC.

Every workshop, exhibit, and event helps neighbors meet, families bond, and ideas take root in unexpected ways. By weaving creativity into the fabric of daily life, Imagine Foundry helps transform curiosity into confidence and imagination into community growth.

 

  • Empowering Problem Solvers – Every project encourages kids and adults alike to think critically, explore solutions, and see challenges as opportunities for creativity.

  • Supporting Families and Educators – We equip parents, teachers, and caregivers with new tools and experiences that make learning interactive, inclusive, and fun.

  • Connecting Communities – Through partnerships and shared programs, we strengthen relationships between schools, organizations, and local makers who bring our region to life.

  • Fueling Regional Pride – Together, we’re helping the Upper Cumberland shine as a destination for innovation, opportunity, and connection—a place where creativity truly thrives.

Stronger communities through imagination

Why It Matters

The Upper Cumberland is overflowing with creativity, culture, and heart. When we connect people through hands-on experiences, we do more than make things — we make meaning. 

Join Us

Imagine Foundry’s community work is only possible because of dedicated partners, supporters, and participants. Together, we’re building a stronger Upper Cumberland; one creative project at a time.

 

To explore partnership opportunities, contact us at

📧 info@imaginefoundry.org
📞 Or call (931) 341-9106