The “Why STEAM Matters” programming kit (PDF 296KB) , developed by the Smithsonian Institution for a 60-90 minute program, encourages participants to think more inclusively about the arts and sciences. Participants will learn about different individuals, programs, and fields that integrate the arts and sciences. This program includes suggestions for hands-on activities and optional lesson extensions. Read More»
“Beyond the Moon” Photo Exhibition
The “Beyond the Moon” photo exhibition may be used as part of the commemoration of the 50th anniversary of the Apollo Program that landed a dozen Americans on the moon between July 1969 and December 1972. Many thanks to the Public Affairs Section in Kuala Lumpur and their partner EngageMedia for sharing this fantastic photo ... Read More»
NASA’s 2019 International Space Apps Challenge
NASA’s 2019 International Space Apps Challenge (October 18-20, 2019) is now open at 2019.spaceappschallenge.org . Now it its 8th year, NASA’s International Space Apps Challenge is an international hackathon for coders, scientists, designers, storytellers, makers, builders, technologists, and others in cities around the world, where teams engage with NASA’s free and open data to address real-world problems ... Read More»
Programming Toolkit for “The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind”
This Programming Toolkit explores many themes based on the true story of William Kamkwamba, an innovator, engineer, and author from Malawi, Africa. Mr. Kamkwamba’s story is told in the Netflix film “The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind” (posts and American Spaces have permission to screen this Netflix movie), as well as in three publicly available and downloadable ... Read More»
New Guide Available for Girls’ & Women’s Empowerment Program
This Video & Discussion Guide explores a theme that is considered taboo in many parts of the world — menstrual awareness and education. This guide is based off the Ted Talk, “A Taboo-Free Way to Talk About Periods” and includes a summary and discussion questions that may be considered for a program to promote girls’ and women’s empowerment. Read More»
Voting Rights Toolkit Available
This Smithsonian-developed programming kit for a 90-120 minute program teaches participants about the right to vote as a mechanism of change and civic engagement by highlighting various American stories. This program includes a hands-on activity and optional lesson extensions. Read More»
American Spaces in Photos
In early 2018, the Office of American Spaces held a photo contest for American Spaces to submit their best action photos that show the impact Spaces are making within their local communities. This June 2018 newsletter announced all of the photo contest winners. The winning photos and many other excellent submissions are posted here for viewing at your leisure. Enjoy! ... Read More»
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