Association of Science and Technology Centers

Our vision: Increasing understanding of and engagement with science and technology among all people #sciencemuseum #sciencecenter #sciengage #scicomm

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Save your spot! https://t.co/x4Nhz6FuSw

#ASTC2026 #ScienceMuseums

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Registration is open for #ASTC2026!

📅 Sept. 16–19 | 📍 Phoenix, AZ
Hosted by @azsciencecenter

100+ sessions on key topics in the science museum field

Keynotes w/futurist Sheryl Connelly & AI expert Vivienne Ming

12+ Extended Sessions & Expeditions

Exhibit hall + networking

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Join ASTC’s Natural History Network! We are expanding and deepening our support for the natural history community through a new network intended to help natural history professionals.
We are hosting our first virtual hangout on Wednesday, October 29, https://t.co/OlF4fTleP8.

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@nempnetwork
@AZA_Fund
@PublicGardens
@MidWestMuseums
@westmuse
@AAPSciences
@ScienceTalkOrg
@Visitor_Studies

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Professional Pathways in Informal STEM Learning (ISL) supports professional learning & development for anyone who works in ISL. Whether you’re just starting out or advancing your career, these learning resources can help you! Explore the tools at https://t.co/mV7BOjnqVM.

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ASTC members know that our work in Informal STEM Learning (ISL) calls for specific skills and knowledge and the ability to apply it. Learn about supporting the Professional Pathways project and ways you can use the professional learning tools. https://t.co/ib19bp7noR #STEMCareers

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Register now for #ASTC2025 to hear from Ed Yong and hundreds of other inspiring and informative speakers.
https://t.co/ohY2asoe2K

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We are so excited to announce the keynote speaker for #ASTC2025:
@edyong209 is a Pulitzer Prize-winning science reporter whose fascinating presentations on animals and the natural world are infused with humor, joy, wonder, and infectious enthusiasm.

https://t.co/P2R2mras96

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Yong is also the bestselling author of I Contain Multitudes: The Microbes Within Us, a groundbreaking, informative, and entertaining examination of the relationship between animals and microbes.

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Join ASTC’s Community Science team for an interactive webinar on May 29 that is focused on the Community Science Attributes Rubric. This tool can help teams assess and strengthen collaborative, community-based work. https://t.co/EsGfaVjInx #CommunityScience

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Registration is now open for #ASTC2025!
Join us in California’s San Francisco Bay Area, September 5–8, where connectivity will be the key theme. Don’t miss the chance to network and share ideas with peers. Early Bird registration is open through July 21! https://t.co/ohY2asoe2K

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How can museums serve young adults in ways that engage, inform, and inspire civic participation? Learn from the experts at Made By Us to engage young adults ages 18-30. Register now for an April 9 webinar from the C-Suite to education and marketing staff. https://t.co/fpzesgOYLB

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Ready to connect? The Happer Scholarship is now open! Don’t miss the chance to engage, learn, and grow! Apply today for financial support to attend #ASTC2025 https://t.co/7rOlF3GUqr

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Tim Ritchie of @museumofscience explained that the 1.5 billion visits and the 760,000 jobs supported by museums and libraries “wouldn’t be possible without IMLS, which provides a brain trust and a national network. I don’t think you can find a more efficient government agency.”

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Thanks to @ScienceMagazine for shining a spotlight on the importance of @US_IMLS for science centers and museums.

https://t.co/7MDAki2lXn

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AGU's Thriving Earth Exchange's volunteer Community Science Fellowship gives you hands-on experience in project management and leadership while doing good with science. 🌱

Apply here by March 27th to be considered for the upcoming cohort: https://t.co/EfEQzvng3Z

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Call 📞 or email 📧 today.

See additional messaging in ASTC’s advocacy alert. 👇

https://t.co/VKfozOqQWI

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🚨 In the wake of Friday’s Executive Order that could dramatically impact @US_IMLS, ASTC encourages all who support museums and libraries to contact their elected representatives at the state and federal levels.

https://t.co/VKfozOqQWI

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3⃣ Ask your governor and other state leaders to send the message to your state’s Congressional delegation that @US_IMLS and the funds it administers are critical to your state and community.

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