About this Event
Join the DC Department of Small and Local Business Development (DSLBD) for an evening designed to connect Made in DC‑certified businesses with local partners, programs, and organizations that support product‑based makers across the District.
This Maker Meet‑Up brings together makers, retailers, community‑based organizations, financing institutions, and District agencies offering vendor opportunities, market placements, and resource support. Attendees will be able to share information, build relationships, and explore pathways to grow their business in Washington, DC.
Learn about the Made in DC Program, the benefits of certification, and connect with local partners who support product‑based makers across the District.
This dynamic meet‑up is designed to create space for makers to exchange ideas, strengthen networks, and access opportunities that support business growth.
Event Details:
• Date: Tuesday, September 23, 2026
• Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
• Location: CIVIC. at Eighth
• Address: 501 8th Street SE, Washington, DC 20003
To apply for Made in DC certification, visit: dslbd.dc.gov/madeindc
We look forward to seeing you there and continuing to grow DC’s maker community together!
Event venue & nearby stays
CIVIC. On Eighth, 501 8th Street Southeast, Washington, United States
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