At its first meeting of the year, the ASTC Board of Directors approved eight organizations for membership in the association.
Consistent with ASTC’s Bylaws, all members must be approved for membership by a majority vote of the ASTC Board of Directors. Organizations wishing to apply for membership should consult the Membership section of the ASTC website. Applications may be completed electronically by following instructions on the ASTC website.
Welcome to our new members
Full STEAM Forward
New York, New York, United States
www.fullsteamforward.org
Full STEAM Forward (FSF) is committed to advancing equity in education by providing free, multi-year STEAM enrichment programs for girls from underserved communities. We aim to ignite a lasting passion for the sciences through high-quality, hands-on experiences that cultivate creative problem-solving skills, build self-confidence, and connect girls with inspiring role models in STEM fields. By nurturing interest and enthusiasm for STEM at an early age, we aspire to influence academic achievement, guide career paths, and drive meaningful diversity and representation in our future STEM workforce.
Gallup, New Mexico, United States
www.gallupchildrensmuseum.org
The Gallup Children’s Museum offers educational and cultural exhibits, programs, and outreach services. The mission is to engage children in their curiosity, culture, and community through play.
Lake Ariel, Pennsylvania, United States
www.lacawac.org
Lacawac Sanctuary is a unique ecological field research station, nature preserve, and public environmental education facility located in the Northern Pocono Mountains of northeastern Pennsylvania, along the shore of Lake Wallenpaupack. Lacawac Sanctuary is dedicated to advancing its mission of Research, Education, and Preservation by providing opportunities for environmental and scientific research and education. These experiences inspire and prepare the next generation of Earth stewards and scientists, fostering core values such as environmental and scientific responsibility, active citizenship, inclusiveness, and a lifelong pursuit of knowledge.
Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory
Berkeley, California, United States
www.lbl.gov
Funded by the U.S. Department of Energy and managed by the University of California, Lawrence Berkeley National Lab’s open, unclassified research brings together diverse teams and cutting-edge facilities to address the scientific challenges of our time. Berkeley Lab’s K-12 STEM education and outreach programs connect STEM experts with students around the Bay Area to excite them about the world of STEM, help them explore STEM careers, and give them the experiences necessary to pursue STEM in college and beyond.
Pacific Pinball Museum
Alameda, California, United States
www.pacificpinball.org
The Pacific Pinball Museum is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to the promotion and preservation of Pinball, one of America’s great pastimes. The Pacific Pinball Museum offers a selection of more than 100 playable pinball machines representing the evolution of flipper pinball from the 1940s to the 2020s.
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
www.supply-demand.ca
At Supply + Demand, we create transformative experiences that blend storytelling, education, entertainment, and interactivity through both physical and digital elements. As a full 360-degree creation, production, and fabrication studio, we specialize in engaging content that inspires curiosity and reshapes human connections. Our productions make us an ideal partner for museums and science centers seeking to ignite guests’ passion for discovery.
Pasadena, California, United States
www.vicinia.io
Vicinia.io offers innovative digital solutions that enhance visitor experiences in museums and science centers. Their tools include interactive digital maps and indoor navigation systems, which help visitors easily explore exhibits and facilities. Additionally, Vicinia.io provides on-site audio tour guides, transforming visits into engaging and informative journeys by integrating narrated stories directly onto visitors’ mobile devices.
VLocker
Wilmington, Delaware, United States
www.vlocker.com
VLocker offers state-of-the-art locker systems that enhance guest experiences by providing secure, easy-to-use storage solutions. Our systems can operate 24/7 without attendants, ensuring convenience for guests. We offer lockers for outright purchase or on a revenue share basis, allowing resorts to provide top-notch locker systems at minimal cost.