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Adventure Science Center

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800 Fort Negley Boulevard, Nashville, TN 37203, USA

EIN Number: 62-0479192

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Phone: 615-862-5160

Hours: Closed

Mon 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM (EST)

Tue Closed

Wed Closed

Thu 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM (EST)

Fri 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM (EST)

Sat 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM (EST)

Sun 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM (EST)

Website: https://www.adventuresci.org/

Email: hr@adventuresci.org

NTEE Code: A57: Science & Technology Museums

MISSION - WHAT WE DO

Our mission is to open every mind to the wonders of science and technology, fostering a better understanding of ourselves and the world around us.

SERVICES - HOW WE DO IT

Accesibility Summer camps, youth camp-ins/overnights, community outreach programs partnering with libraries, community centers, Boys & Girls clubs, etc., family learning labs and workshops. We are proud to offer subsidized membership programs for qualified applicants as well as subsidized admission prices. Summer and weekend public programs including Engineering Day, Earth Day, and Scientists on Site that showcase actual scientists working in the field to the community. Our Sudekum Planetarium also offers sensory-friendly planetarium shows. School Programming Field trips (Kindergarten through 12th Grade), labs, classes, demonstrations, science clubs, intercession camps, outreach/in-school programs, science family nights, assembly programs, exhibit-based programming, school camp-ins, distance learning, and planetarium programs. Teacher Professional Development: Full and half-day classes, workshops and week-long summer institutes designed to increase teacher knowledge of science, improve teaching skills using inquiry-based, hands-on science instruction, and demonstrate how to use Science Center programs and exhibits to enhance science curriculum. We also offer Teacher's Night Out which highlights all the programming we offer for students. Exhibits Permanent exhibits at ASC focus on 6 themes: earth, air and space, health, color and light, energy and creativity and invention. Exhibits are interactive, variable and suitable for both individuals and groups working together in a social environment. Exhibits complement programs and special events. One of our exhibit highlights is our Sudekum Planetarium, a giant screen dome that offers an exciting range of programs including planetarium shows, laser shows, live concerts, and featured events. ASC is pleased to announce the opening of our two brand new permanent exhibits, soundBox, which celebrates the convergence of science and sound, and Innovation Incubator, our expanded and renovated maker space, on July 1, 2019. Workforce Development We offer programming that provides opportunities for local youth to explore the STEM field as well as a chance to develop skills that will be useful academically and professionally. One of these programs is our Youth CR3W, which prepares local high school students for college and the working world. In this program, CR3W members frequently volunteer at ASC events and programs, assist with exhibits, hands-on activities, and outreaches, and also have the opportunity to participate in special STEM-based projects throughout the year, including a mentorship alongside our Scientist on Site program. Another program we offer is TWISTER, a one day professional conference for high school girls presented by women working in STEM professions. This conference allows students to learn about possible career paths in STEM and engage in hands-on STEM activities. We are happy to announce that the TWISTER conference has plans to expand to middle school students this upcoming year. Volunteering An integral part of the Adventure Science Center team, volunteers are a dedicated group of individuals who serve a vital role in helping us achieve our mission. Volunteers get involved with ASC through a variety of shifts and assignments from helping with planetarium shows, special events, or facilitating daily STEM programming on the museum floor. We also frequently have groups, organizations, and corporations volunteer with us.