Interactive NSF STEM Day Events to Spotlight SciStarter and Science Near Me
For Immediate Release– The U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) marks its 75th anniversary with a national celebration featuring NSF-funded SciStarter and Science Near Me. On this special occasion, eight community partners across the country will host interactive events showcasing these platforms and their impact on citizen science and science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) engagement.
For 75 years, NSF has driven scientific research and innovation, expanding access to discovery and learning. NSF STEM Day, held on May 10, will highlight NSF-supported initiatives that connect the public with hands-on science opportunities.
SciStarter: Powering Citizen Science
SciStarter.org, a research affiliate of Arizona State University and North Carolina State University, is a digital hub linking millions of volunteers with thousands of citizen science and crowdsourcing projects. With NSF support (Award #1516703), SciStarter has expanded its platform, making it easier for individuals, educators, and researchers to collaborate on scientific research.
Science Near Me: Expanding STEM Access
Through an NSF-funded collaboration (Award #1906998) with Oregon State University, the Association of Science and Technology Centers, and COSI, SciStarter helped develop ScienceNearMe.org—a user-friendly web and mobile platform designed to connect families with STEM activities, museum programs, and citizen science projects nationwide. NSF’s Innovations in Development grant enables ScienceNearMe.org to streamline the discovery of STEM programs through a powerful digital search tool.
Join the Celebration!
SciStarter is proud to partner with eight organizations across the country to celebrate NSF STEM Day with engaging, hands-on science activities:
📍 Richmond Memorial Library – Batavia, NY
📍 Edelman Fossil Park & Museum of Rowan University – Sewell, NJ
📍 Lafayette County & Oxford Public Library – Oxford, MS
📍 Broward County Library – Fort Lauderdale, FL
📍 Franklin County Library (Arkansas River Valley Library System) – Ozark, AR
📍 Hudson Area Public Library – Hudson, WI
📍 Montana State University Science Math Resource Center – Bozeman, MT
📍 Burton Barr Central Library – Phoenix, AZ
These free, public events will feature interactive workshops, hands-on STEM activities, and citizen science projects, providing attendees with exciting opportunities to engage with science in their communities.
Get Involved
Explore citizen science projects anytime at SciStarter.org—no experience required! Discover local STEM programs and events at ScienceNearMe.org.
Join us on May 10, 2025, for NSF STEM Day, and celebrate 75 years of NSF-powered discovery and innovation!