In this issue, learn more about the ways in which we are continuing to inspire the next generation with fun, top-quality virtual and in-person STEM experiences. Read more in this letter from Jason Brown, Henry Buhl, Jr., Director. 
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Bringing science to schools – in-person and online!
Thanks to an inventive collaboration between Science on the Road presenters and the Science Center’s audio-visual experts, the team is virtually broadcasting high-energy science assemblies to classrooms across the northeastern United States. Read more about Science on the Road.
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Virtual ChemFest draws 4,800+ students
Last month, more than 4,800 students in grades 3–12 participated in ChemFest, a virtual celebration of National Chemistry Week that featured live career conversations, demonstrations, and educational videos. Read more about ChemFest.
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PPG
PPG and the Science Center began their partnership nearly 40 years ago, starting with PPG’s support of the Science Center’s predecessor organization, Buhl Science Center, in 1981. Read more about PPG’s support of Carnegie Science Center. |
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Buhl Planetarium undergoes major renovation
The Buhl Planetarium will reopen to the public this month with improved technological capabilities, visual clarity, and visitor interactivity. Read more about the Buhl Planetarium.
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Virtual Carnegie Science Awards celebrate local innovation
The event recognized some of the most forward-thinking science and technology innovators in the region, as well as several dedicated educators and remarkable students. Read more about the Carnegie Science Awards.
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Workshops invite visitors to join the maker movement
BNY Mellon Fab Lab Carnegie Science Center’s 101 Workshops give children and adults a foundation for using the digital fabrication equipment in Pittsburgh’s favorite makerspace. Read more about 101 Workshops.
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- The Grable Foundation donated $81,375 towards creating and hosting a virtual field trip platform during the time of COVID-19 and beyond.
- Arconic Foundation has committed $40,000 toward virtual field trip development and scholarships for virtual field trips and Science on the Road programs.
- Isaly’s is sponsoring SkyTykes at Highmark SportWorks® Ropes Challenge, Locomotion Weekend, and summer camp programs with a donation of $27,000.
- The Heinz Endowments donated $22,730 in support of Carnegie Science Center’s contribution to the Hazelwood Project.
- Agora Cyber Charter School is sponsoring Mummies of the World for $25,000.
- Carnegie Science Center will provide programming for eighth grade students at Pittsburgh Public Schools thanks to $20,000 from the Howmet Aerospace Foundation for BNY Mellon Fab Lab.
- The EQT Foundation has awarded the Science Center with $50,000 for EQT West Virgina STEMakers Education Engagement Program. This program will serve four schools in Wetzel County, West Virginia, with a virtual STEM and online engagement learning series this fall and in-person Mobile Fab Lab experiences for teachers and students in the spring.
- Reach Cyber Charter School is sponsoring the Miniature Railroad & Village® exhibition with a donation of $25,000.
- The Katherine Mabis McKenna Foundation awarded $50,000 for operating and the response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Science Center in the News
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- Our July 29 Women in STEM Speaker Series with Pennsylvania Secretary of Health Dr. Rachel Levine reached nearly 12,000 viewers on Facebook and was covered by KDKA .
- Pittsburgh City Paper included BNY Mellon Fab Lab Carnegie Science Center in an article about Pittsburgh makerspaces adjusting to COVID-19.
- Our Read, Watch, Do social media campaign – a daily round-up of videos, activities, and science news launched at the start of the pandemic – was spotlighted by Pittsburgh Magazine’s Best of the Burgh
- Kidsburgh talked to two Pittsburgh Regional Science & Engineering Fair students who advanced to the Broadcom MASTERS national STEM competition.
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Carnegie Science Center welcomes all visitors. We work to assist visitors with disabilities in obtaining reasonable and appropriate accommodations, and in supporting equal access to services, programs, and activities. Please note that requests for accommodations should be made at least two weeks prior to your visit. For more information contact info@carnegiesciencecenter.org, call 412.237.1641 during weekday hours, or visit our accessibility webpage.
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