STEM at NMAAHC
African Americans have contributed to the United States’ Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) enterprise since the nation’s beginning, yet their names and contributions have been routinely overlooked. Museum educators counter this omission by sharing the lesser-known stories and far-reaching impacts of African Americans in STEM.
The Museum’s STEM educator programs empower 3rd-12th grade teachers to confidently lead their students through STEM principles and practices, while using stories grounded in African American achievement. Our student programs provide visitors opportunities to engage in hands-on activities, learn about STEM careers, and explore African American contributions to history and STEM.
Black Birders Week STEAM Day 2024
On Saturday June 1st from 11am-3pm, join the National Museum of African American History and Culture, the National Museum of Natural History, and the National Zoo as we celebrate Black birders, birds, and nature. Black Birders Week began in 2020 to highlight the challenges and joys of Black nature enthusiasts, particularly birders. If you are interested in STEAM, including birds, nature, wildlife, and African American history, then this is the program for you!
Black Birders Week STEAM Day 2024: Birdwalk
On Saturday June 1, 2024, join the National Museum of African American History and Culture and the National Museum of Natural History as we celebrate Black birders, birds, and nature. Experienced birders will lead a bird walk and birding activities starting at NMAAHC.
Twenty-five (25) people will be allowed to participate in the birding activity.
Since new developments are the products of a creative mind, we must therefore stimulate and encourage that type of mind in every way possible. George Washington Carver
