Maker Week: Keynote from Animatronics Pioneer Garner Holt

What happens when a high school student follows his passion and builds it into a company that reaches millions?

Join us for the Maker Week 2026 Keynote featuring Garner Holt, founder of Garner Holt Productions.

Since founding his company in 1977, Garner has created animatronic figures and experiences for Disneyland, Knott's Berry Farm, Chuck E. Cheese, and more. Don't miss this inspiring kickoff to Maker Week 2026.

About Maker Week 2026: From sketching ideas and wiring electronics to 3D printing and crafting a compelling story, gain the tools, techniques, and confidence to take an idea from concept to reality! Learn more at library.ucr.edu/makerweek2026.

- All UCR community members are welcome to attend. Make sure to register with your UCR email. Participants are expected to follow and uphold .

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