ASTC’s virtual events provide opportunities to learn about a variety of emerging issues in the science and technology center and museum field, engage in conversations about what is happening on the ground, and connect with colleagues in topical discussion groups.
In this virtual training session, we will provide a foundation for planning collaborative community-based work, as well as questions to consider within your organization as you prepare to undertake community science. Through a combination of presentati …
ASTC’s Community Science Clinics are bi-monthly virtual events for community science practitioners at all levels of experience to talk with their peers and seek advice from colleagues working on community science efforts. In our December clinic, we wil …
Building on the success of virtual annual conferences in 2020 and 2021, we are expanding the reach of our 2022 conference to a virtual audience to help share important, relevant topics with those who won’t be able to join us in Pittsburgh. #ASTCvi …
2023 ASTC Science Center and Museum membership renewals are quickly approaching, are you prepared? Is this your first time completing the renewal form for your organization? Join us for the member renewal assistance webinar to learn about the membershi …
Join ASTC and the Association of Children’s Museums to learn more about Museums for All and how your science center can help to ensure that every family and child has access to a high-quality museum experience. Hear from your peers at science centers a …
Please join us as ASTC Board of Directors Chair William Harris and ASTC President and CEO Christofer Nelson share updates from 2022. At the business meeting, Christofer, William, and other members of the Board of Directors will also share an overview o …
During this webinar, ASTC’s IF/THEN® Gender Equity Project team will showcase two new projects in the IF/THEN® Project Library aimed at children’s museums, share how to apply for a gender equity grant, and answer questions about the application process …
It’s been a while since we’ve been together in person. So, whether you are an experienced presenter or this is your first ASTC Annual Conference, don’t miss this session presentation webinar. You will learn important tips for keeping your audience enga …
The Roy L. Shafer Leading Edge Awards are presented to ASTC members and/or their staff and volunteers in recognition of extraordinary accomplishments that not only enhance the performance of their own organizations, but also significantly adv …
ASTC is pleased to convene a group of representatives of U.S. Federal agencies with an interest in science and technology to discuss ways to connect their work with the science center and museum community. Participating agencies include the National Ae …
Are you prepared? Learn what you need to know about creating an emergency and disaster plan—or ensuring that your existing plan is current and inclusive of a range of possible situations. Join the Association of Science and Technology Centers, the Asso …
Join us to learn more about ASTC’s 2022 New Leaders Fellowship, formerly known as the Diversity and Leadership Development Fellowship Program. With a responsive and updated curriculum, this 12-month fellowship program fosters forward-thi …
Learn how to get families in your community engaged in the engineering design process with Design Squad Maker. This new program from GBH Boston and the New York Hall of Science has resources for makerspaces, caregivers, and kids. Join GBH and ASTC for …
Join us for a conversation about the key findings of Assessing How Americans Want to Engage with Science, a year-long study examining Americans’ appetite for science, motivations for participating in science-related activities, and the barriers that st …
This is Session 2 of a two-part convening that will take place on Tuesday, April 26 and Thursday, April 28. You are welcome to register for one or both sessions. During Session 2 on April 28, we will discuss potential solutions for addressing staff cap …
Join ASTC friends and colleagues for an informal ASTC Hangout where the goal is to, well, hang out! Share ideas, challenges, solutions, collaboration opportunities, and much more. Topics for our April Hangout include: What are some ways you’re helping …
This is Session 1 of a two-part convening that will take place on Tuesday, April 26 and Thursday, April 28. You are welcome to register for one or both sessions. During Session 1 on April 26, we will reflect on the lessons learned from the last two yea …
During this webinar, ASTC’s IF/THEN® Gender Equity Project team will share how to apply for the new round of grants, showcase how to use the IF/THEN® Project Library resources to highlight women and gender minorities in real STEM careers, and answer qu …
You may have seen that our team recently launched the Annual Statistics Survey, so what better time to take an in-depth look into how data collection and analysis strengthens museums? After an introductory presentation from speakers, participants will …
Join ASTC friends and colleagues for an informal ASTC Hangout where the goal is to, well, hang out! Share ideas, challenges, solutions, collaboration opportunities, and much more. Open to all staff at ASTC member organizations as a benefit of your orga …
Join us for a webinar to hear about how to create a strong session proposal for the ASTC 2022 Annual Conference. We’ll provide more information about the changes for 2022 (including the new Inspiration Spark proposal type) and let you know what the Con …
ASTC Board Chair Larry Dubinski and ASTC President and CEO Christofer Nelson share updates from 2021. Christofer, Larry, and other members of the ASTC Board of Directors also share an overview of ASTC’s activities over the past year and plans for …
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