activities · 15
what they do
direct service · 12
- Hosting Adult-Oriented Science Events Adult-Only Evening Museum EventsHosts "Science With a Twist" evenings and "Art360 After-Hours Series" events, which combine hands-on experiments, music, visuals, and cocktails for adults. These events also include exclusive one-night-only and limited-run themed experiences in the Dorrance DOME.
- Hosting Adult-Oriented Science Events Adult-Only Evening Museum EventsHosts "Science With a Twist" evenings and "Art360 After-Hours Series" events, which combine hands-on experiments, music, visuals, and cocktails for adult audiences. These events include one-night-only and limited-run themed experiences in the Dorrance DOME.
- Hosting Adult-Oriented Science Events Adult-Only Evening Museum EventsHosts "Science With a Twist" evenings and "Art360 After-Hours Series" events, which combine hands-on experiments, music, visuals, and cocktails for adult audiences. These events also include exclusive one-night-only and limited-run themed experiences in the Dorrance DOME.
- Hosting Themed Birthday Parties Children's Themed Birthday Parties with Educational ActivitiesHosts birthday parties with STEAM-themed activities, including "Curious Chemists," "Wild Inventions," "Gross Science," and "Paleo Play." Packages include interactive exhibits, a dedicated Blue Crew Scientist, a live science demonstration shoutout, and catering options.
- Hosting Themed Birthday Parties Children's Themed Birthday Parties with Educational ActivitiesHosts birthday parties with STEAM-themed activities, including "Curious Chemists," "Wild Inventions," "Gross Science," and "Paleo Play." Packages include interactive exhibits, a dedicated scientist, live science demonstrations, and catering options.
- Hosting Themed Birthday PartiesHosts birthday parties with STEAM-themed activities, including "Curious Chemists," "Wild Inventions," "Gross Science," and "Paleo Play" packages. These packages include interactive exhibits, a dedicated Blue Crew Scientist, live science demonstrations, and catering options.
- Hosting the Arizona Science and Engineering Fair Regional Science and Engineering FairsHosts the annual Arizona Science and Engineering Fair (AzSEF), recognizing student participants in various science categories.
- Hosting the Arizona Science and Engineering Fair (AzSEF) Regional Science and Engineering FairsHosts the annual Arizona Science and Engineering Fair (AzSEF), recognizing student participants in various science categories.
- Offering Event Space Rentals Meeting & Conference Room RentalProvides event space rentals within its 140,000 square-foot facility for private meetings, cocktail parties, celebration receptions, and private exhibition viewings.
- Operating a Science Museum with Interactive Exhibits Interactive Children's Museum ProgramsOperates a 140,000 square-foot facility with over 300 hands-on, interactive exhibits across four levels, covering topics such as the human body, physics, natural forces, digital communications, and sustainability. The center also features a five-story giant-screen theater and live science demonstrations.
- Providing Event Space Rentals Meeting & Conference Room RentalOffers its 140,000 square-foot facility, including exhibition spaces, for private meetings, cocktail parties, celebration receptions, and private exhibition viewings.
- Providing Event Space Rentals Meeting & Conference Room RentalOffers event space rentals within its 140,000 square-foot facility for private meetings, cocktail parties, celebration receptions, and private exhibition viewings.
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- Conducting Educational Outreach and Teacher Professional Development STEM Education Workforce DevelopmentConducts outreach programs and provides professional development for teachers across Arizona to advance informal science learning.
- Conducting Teacher Professional Development and Outreach STEM Education Workforce DevelopmentConducts outreach programs and provides professional development for teachers across Arizona to advance informal science learning.
- Providing Professional Development and Outreach for Educators STEM Education Workforce DevelopmentConducts outreach programs and provides professional development for teachers across Arizona to advance informal science learning.
strategies · 15
how they think
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- Adult-Oriented Science Engagement adult_science_engagementThe organization provides unique after-hours programming and themed social events specifically designed for adult audiences, blending entertainment with science learning to create engaging and experiential educational opportunities.
- Community-Wide Informal Science Education informal_science_learning_through_public_engagementThe organization extends science education beyond its physical location through special events, traveling exhibitions, and outreach programs to engage diverse communities and foster public appreciation for STEM.
- Community-Wide STEM Engagement and Workforce Development stem_engagement_for_workforce_developmentThe organization aims to foster public appreciation for STEM, encourage higher education, and support innovation across diverse communities through various engagement strategies, including competitive science fairs, special events, and outreach programs, ultimately contributing to workforce development.
- Community-Wide Science Engagement and Outreach community_engagement_and_outreachThe organization extends its reach beyond its physical location through special events, traveling exhibitions, and outreach programs to engage diverse communities and foster public appreciation for STEM, contributing to workforce development and informed decision-making.
- Experiential and Hands-On Learning experiential_learningThe organization believes that direct, interactive engagement with scientific concepts through hands-on exhibits and immersive environments fosters deeper understanding and more memorable learning experiences for all ages.
- Fostering STEM Workforce Development and Innovation workforce_development_through_stemThe organization aims to contribute to workforce development by encouraging higher education in STEM fields and supporting innovation and inventors, thereby positioning itself as a leader in engaging science experiences.
- Fostering Student Innovation through Science Fairs science_fair_educationThe organization encourages scientific inquiry and innovation among students by supporting and organizing competitive science fairs.
- Group Engagement Model group_engagement_modelThe organization facilitates access and encourages visits from organized groups by offering discounted rates and early entry opportunities.
- Group Engagement Model group_engagement_modelThe organization encourages visits from organized groups by offering discounted access and early entry, facilitating collective learning experiences.
- Hands-on Experiential Learning hands_on_experiential_learningThe organization believes that direct, interactive engagement with exhibits and activities fosters deeper understanding and more memorable science learning experiences.
- Immersive and Themed Engagement immersive_engagementBy creating immersive environments, utilizing advanced technology like dome projection, and designing themed social events, the organization aims to blend science with entertainment and art to enhance engagement and learning for diverse audiences, including adults.
- Immersive and Themed Engagement immersive_engagementBy creating immersive environments, utilizing advanced technology like 8K domes, and designing themed social events, the organization aims to blend science with entertainment and art to enhance engagement and learning for diverse audiences, including adults.
- Promoting Student Innovation through Science Fairs science_fair_educationThe organization encourages scientific inquiry and innovation among students by hosting and supporting competitive science fairs.
- Targeted Adult Programming adult_oriented_after_hours_programmingThe organization offers after-hours programming specifically designed for adult audiences (21+) to combine entertainment with science engagement in a tailored social setting.
- Targeted Adult Programming adult_oriented_programmingThe organization offers after-hours programming specifically designed for adult audiences (21+) to provide unique science engagement opportunities that combine entertainment and educational content.
named programs · 1
what they call their work
Arizona Science and Engineering Fair (AzSEF)
A science and engineering fair for students to showcase their projects and receive awards in various scientific categories.
relationships · 26
who they work with
- Antoine Predock Partner — Award-winning architect who designed the 1997 building.
- Arizona Diamondbacks Partner — Derrick M. Hall, President & CEO of Arizona Diamondbacks, serves on the board, indicating an organizational partnership
- Arizona State University Partner — Board member Kenro Kusumi is Dean and Professor at Arizona State University, indicating an institutional connection
- Arizona Technology Council Partner — Steven G. Zylstra, President & CEO of Arizona Technology Council, serves on the board, indicating an institutional relationship
- Boeing Defense, Space & Security Partner — Courtney Mixon, Senior Director of Supply Chain at Boeing Defense, Space & Security, serves on the board, indicating a corporate partnership
- Burns & McDonnell Partner — Patrick Edwards, Senior Vice President & Regional Manager at Burns & McDonnell, serves on the board, indicating a corporate partnership
- Citadel Partner — Award sponsor for the Arizona Science and Engineering Fair.
- City of Phoenix Government — Ginger Spencer, Assistant City Manager of the City of Phoenix, and John Trujillo, retired from the City of Phoenix, serve on the board, indicating a government affiliation
- City of Phoenix Government — Kate Gallego, Mayor of the City of Phoenix, is an honorary board member, indicating a government affiliation
- Freeport-McMoRan Partner — Ondrea Barber from Freeport-McMoRan serves on the board in the area of Native American Affairs, indicating a corporate partnership
- Hyatt Regency Partner — Original location for the science center in its parking-garage level.
- Intel Partner — Steve Megli (retired from Intel) and Matt Ward (Vice President at Intel) serve on the board, indicating an ongoing corporate partnership
- Kristina Celik Partner — Media contact for Arizona Science Center
- Lemelson Foundation Partner — Provider of the Lemelson Early Inventor Prize at the Arizona Science and Engineering Fair.
- Office of Naval Research Partner — Award sponsor for the Arizona Science and Engineering Fair.
- Outlier Partner — Andrew R. Christensen (General Counsel) and David Tedesco (Founder and CEO) of Outlier serve on the board, indicating a corporate partnership
- Pinnacle West Capital Corporation/APS Partner — Stacy Derstine, Vice President of External Affairs at Pinnacle West Capital Corporation/APS, serves on the board, indicating a corporate partnership
- Ryan Companies Partner — Chuck Carefoot, President of Southwest Region at Ryan Companies, serves on the board, indicating a corporate partnership
- Salt River Project Partner — Chris Campbell, Senior Director of Grid Modernization Services at Salt River Project, serves on the board, indicating a corporate partnership
- State of Arizona Government — Katie Hobbs, Governor of the State of Arizona, is an honorary board member, indicating a government affiliation
- Stevie and Karl Eller Funder — Provided essential seed funding.
- The Junior League of Phoenix Partner — Championed the effort to create the science center.
- Thermo Fisher Scientific Partner — Sponsor of the Junior Innovators Challenge at the Arizona Science and Engineering Fair.
- U.S. Bank Partner — Mary K. Martuscelli, Western Region President at U.S. Bank, serves on the board, indicating a corporate partnership
- Wells Fargo Advisors Partner — Peter Crellin Smith, Financial Advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors, serves on the board, indicating a corporate partnership
- Wells Fargo Bank Arizona Partner — Dave A. Howell, Jr., Director of Government Relations at Wells Fargo Bank Arizona, serves on the board, indicating a corporate partnership