Tuesday, January 24, 2023

The Do It Yourself Memory Lab


Good news! Central Library’s Do It Yourself Memory Lab is back in operation.  What’s a do it yourself memory lab I hear you ask.  It’s a service that allows you to do your own personal archiving and digitizing: converting VHS tapes and Super 8 to digital, scanning photos and negatives, and much more. 

  • Things to know before making a reservation to use the Memory Lab:
  • The Memory Lab is located inside the Octavia Lab (https://www.lapl.org/labs) the Central Library's makerspace on LL2 across from the Science, Technology and Patents Department.
  • Reservations are only taken by phone, 213-228-7150 or in-person. 

In order to make a reservation, an orientation is required. If you took the in-person Memory Lab orientation pre-pandemic, you’re good to go. If you’re new to DIYML you will need to complete the new virtual orientation accessible on Niche Academy (https://my.nicheacademy.com/labs), and receive a passing score on the quiz (71% or above). Create a free email login and password on Niche Academy before beginning the orientation to receive full credit.

Note that the Octavia Lab hours are:

  • Monday, Tuesday, Friday & Saturday: 1 - 5 p.m.
  • Wednesday & Thursday: 3:30 - 7:30 p.m.
  • Sunday and city holidays: Closed
Email memorylab@lapl.org for any questions and or check out lapl.org/memorylab for other resources.