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Read on to learn more about Carnegie Science Center’s latest initiatives and impact on the community.
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Summer 2021
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| A biannual update on Carnegie Science Center's impact on the community |
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Community partnerships strengthen STEM outreach
By forging new partnerships and collaborating with other non-profit organizations throughout the region, our Duquesne Light Co. Center for STEM Education and Career Development furthers its mission of cultivating a STEM-literate community. Read more about these community partnerships.  |
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Exhibit Explorations delivers virtual field trip experiences
As schools pivoted to virtual and hybrid learning last year, the Science Center team took on the challenge of creating a virtual field trip experience that delivered the same exciting and educational STEM lessons that can be learned during on-site visits. Read more about Exhibit Explorations.
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PPG and the Pittsburgh Penguins Foundation
Science of Hockey, the latest assembly show from Carnegie Science Center’s Science on the Road outreach program, was developed through a unique partnership with PPG and the Pittsburgh Penguins Foundation. Read more about this partnership.
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Summer Science Camps keep the learning going for ages 6–17
Summer Camps offer a safe solution for summer fun for hundreds of young learners. Learn more about Summer Camps. |
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Inviting moviegoers back to The Rangos Giant Cinema
Pittsburgh’s most immersive movie theater reopens on July 3 with the premiere of The Search for Snow. Learn more about The Rangos. |
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Take a seat under the stars in the Buhl Planetarium
Take part in an exciting opportunity to support the Buhl Planetarium and leave a legacy at the Science Center for years to come. Learn more about the Buhl Seat Campaign. |
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Vaccine Speaker Series features conversations with public health experts
The virtual three-part series engages the community in panel discussions with local and national experts on COVID-19, vaccines, and the immune system. Learn more about the Vaccine Speaker Series. |
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- The Rossin Foundation donated $600,000 for the Momentum Fund and CSC Masterplan.
- Pennsylvania Department of Community & Economic Development provided $384,146 for COVID-19 Response Funding.
- Fisher Fund of the Pittsburgh Foundation awarded $50,000 for operating.
- Pittsburgh Steelers Sports, Inc. awarded $50,000 for operating.
- John Rangos donated $25,000 for The Rangos Giant Cinema.
- Hilda M. Willis Foundation awarded $25,000 for STEM education.
- Green Mountain Energy awarded $75,000 for presenting sponsorship of Buhl Planetarium shows.
- Eaton awarded $100,000 for presenting sponsorship of the Carnegie Science Awards and sponsorship of STEM education programs (including Pittsburgh Regional Science & Engineering Fair, SciTech, and Girls Rock Science).
- Arconic Foundation awarded $50,000 for STEM education.
- Kennametal awarded $25,000 for continued support of STEM as Founding Partner, presenting sponsorship of the Teaching Excellence Academy, and sponsorship of 2021 Girls Rock Science.
- Allegheny Health Network awarded $45,000 to renew presenting sponsorship of BodyStage.
- NOVA Chemicals awarded $100,000 for continued support of STEM as Founding Partner, presenting sponsorship of Carnegie STEMGirls+, and Award Sponsor of the 2021 Carnegie Science Awards
- Reach Cyber Charter School awarded $25,000 to renew presenting sponsorship of the Miniature Railroad and Village®
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Science Center in the News |
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- Atlas Obscura , a national online travel magazine, published a story about civil rights leader Daisy Lampkin and the model of her Hill District home that is now on display in the Miniature Railroad & Village®.
- In April, the Science Center collaborated with Leadership Pittsburgh and Best of the Batch Foundation to present a “maker” bootcamp for students and mentors, which was covered by KDKA .
- On June 9, the Science Center made several announcements — including the construction of a new exhibition gallery and partnership with Astrobotic — that will expand the emerging space economy in the region. The announcements were covered by several outlets, including the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette and Pittsburgh Business Times .
- Science of Hockey, the new Science on the Road assembly developed in partnership with PPG and the Pittsburgh Penguins Foundation, was highlighted in a KDKA Kidsburgh segment that aired on June 15.
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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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