Summary

  • The Philadelphia Maker Faire, which returns this Sunday, is a celebration of art, technology, and flamethrowers, which reflects a mix of eclectic exhibitions.
  • The event has grown since its inception in 2019, despite the setbacks caused by the pandemic.
  • Tickets are on a pay-what-you-can basis, with several options ranging from free to $25.
  • Attendees can try their hand at lock-picking, learn how to make biodiesel, appreciate kinetic sculptures and create their own plush monsters, among other things.
  • A few of the exhibits are familiar to Hackaday readers, including an ultra-portable 3D printer and a backyard radio telescope made from a DirectTV dish.

By Tom Nardi

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