1871
Innovation Labs


1871's Innovation Labs aim to build a vast and inclusive global community of startups, corporate innovators, investors, and industry experts.

We strive to create a collaborative hub for research, industry connections, and showcasing knowledge, setting the stage for future innovations.

Executed in partnership with companies like

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Upcoming
Innovation Labs

Each Lab focuses on a different technology or industry. View the next available opportunities 1871 has & get involved!

Winter 2024

Spring 2024

Coming soon

Get inspired
with industry experts

We bring in key industry players to educate, catalyze, celebrate, and connect across our Lab’s focus areas.

Innovation Labs Breakdown

A 2-part experience

Designed to solve leading industry problems, connect key players in tech, and innovate in focus areas year-round.

Each “active” Lab consists of 4 immersive weeks of programming, with cohorts meeting for one week per month for 4 months. 

Industry or Technology-based programming

Participants access a community dedicated to their industry and occurring events and workshops to keep them connected to their industry’s needs.

Immersion

4 immersive weeks of programming, concentrating on breakout topics and focus areas.

Who joins the Labs as a cohort member?

Growth startups

Late stage lab partner

Corporate innovators

Who else is involved in the Labs?

Ecosystem players

Investors & vetted industry experts support all Labs w/ mentorship and an opportunity for funding.

General public

Professionals & topical enthusiasts can join immersive week programming that is part of the Lab w/o the community connections.

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