Items fixed / problem found:
11 of 14 (a few unknown or requires another visit)
Success rate: 7️⃣9️⃣%
We were able to fix a good amount of bikes and electronics this visit. Sometimes, an extra part is needed that the guest doesn’t have (we welcome you to return with it when you do). In a couple cases, like the oil lamp, we weren’t able to fix the problem.
Stories from the May Repair Café
First, a quick note about Technology for Non-Humans, exploring tech from a non-human perspective and curated by our very own volunteer Dylan.
This exhibition featured a motorized tree held up by a custom-made structure. When charged, the tree is able to move around on wheels. It brought up questions like, “How do trees communicate? How do humans and tech interact?
“Forget what you know about engineers and think of us as artists today using tech as our paintbrush,” Dylan said at the reception.
The piece featured many reused and repurposed materials, from the tree to the motors. (And yes, the tree was safely returned to the ground afterwards!) 🌳