Chris, a former member of Arc Academy, shows us his new restaurant, La Macchina Cafe, in downtown Evanston, IL and talks about realizing his vision using reclaimed barnwood and metal fabrication.
Memberships

If you’ve taken classes at Arc Academy—or you’re an experienced fabricator without a space to work—become a member for unlimited access to the shop and tools*.
Membership includes unlimited Open Shop access from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., seven days a week (excluding holidays and other posted closures). Simply reserve your time online at least one day in advance, and we’ll see you in the shop.
Limited project storage is also available for members.
*Raw materials are not provided.
See what our members are up to
Chris, a former member of Arc Academy, shows us his new restaurant, La Macchina Cafe, in downtown Evanston, IL and talks about realizing his vision using reclaimed barnwood and metal fabrication.