Museums serve as anchors in their communities. Places to learn and play, to understand the past and imagine the future. But fulfilling that role means much more than opening the doors. How can museums embed their organizational values to welcome visitors from all walks of life? How do museums become spaces where every community member […]
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Key Takeaways Science News and the Association of Science and Technology Centers (ASTC) are launching a new partnership to connect ASTC member organizations with resources from Science News Explores, a science magazine for young people. ASTC members will have new ways to share Science News Explores with individual members, donors and groups. The partnership brings
Washington, DC — The Association of Science and Technology Centers (ASTC) announced today the recipients of the 2026 Roy L. Shafer Leading Edge Awards. This year, two individuals and two organizations are recognized for their extraordinary achievements in advancing informal science learning, community engagement, and organizational innovation. The Roy L. Shafer Leading Edge Awards celebrate
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WASHINGTON, DC – The Association of Science and Technology Centers (ASTC) is pleased to welcome new members of its Board of Directors, who will assume their positions at the conclusion of the ASTC Annual Conference on September 19, 2026. The Board provides direction to ASTC, which represents organizations committed to public engagement with science, including
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By Shannon Sullivan At Sacramento Children’s Museum, role models don’t just live on a wall or in a single exhibit. They’re built into the interactive ecosystem where children, caregivers, staff, and community partners experience STEM together. Deputy Director Meghan Toland says joining the IF/THEN® Champions Network has helped the museum create new ways to emphasize