iHub

iHub Grand Opening

Be among the first to experience the Northeast iHub in downtown Norfolk.

Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2026, 9:30 am
707 W. Norfolk Avenue

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony | Guided Facility Tours
Live Equipment Demonstrations | Light Refreshments

Coming August 2026

Northeast Community College's iHub is the Norfolk area fabrication lab, workforce development training lab, and youth STEM center where imagination, design, and creativity take place. This will include wood and metal shops, a robotics and automation lab and multiple collaboration spaces for project planning and construction. It will be available via membership to the community and to area employers for workforce training.

The iHub is intended for creation, ideation, and to promote elevation for our area. This collaborative and inclusive environment will give individuals the opportunity to explore, experiment, and create using cutting-edge tools and technologies.

All users of the space will undergo orientation and be trained appropriately on equipment.

About

The Northeast Community College iHub is a: Community Fabrication Space, Workforce Development Training Center, Youth Robotics & STEM Center

About iHub

Memberships

Memberships will be available for community members and businesses. Check back later for more detailed membership information.

Memberships & Pricing

Equipment and Facilities

This facility is a community-oriented space with tools to support businesses, inventions, learning, and personal projects.

Equipment

Youth Robotics Teams

The Robotics Lab may be reserved at no cost by youth robotics teams to meet and practice from September through March.

View Robotics Lab Scheduling Policy | Register Your Team