Scott Family Amazeum

Last week, our team had the incredible opportunity to attend and present at the Association of Science and Technology Centers 2024 conference in Chicago, a premier event for science and children's museums worldwide. Mindy Porter, Simon Mused, Kimberly Kay, and Tyler Begneaud all shared their insights with our industry, contributing to the important conversations around elevating guest experiences, fostering community engagement, and shaping the future of science and children's museums. It was an honor to connect with peers from science centers and museums worldwide, discuss best practices, and learn from one another to enhance informal learning experiences. We’re proud to be part of this dynamic community dedicated to inspiring curiosity and creativity in visitors of all ages! #ASTC2024 #ScienceMuseums #ChildrensMuseums #MuseumEducation #CommunityEngagement #MuseumIndustry #ProfessionalDevelopment #Conference 

Last week, our team had the incredible opportunity to attend and present at the Association of Science and Technology Centers 2024 conference in Chicago, a premier event for science and children's museums worldwide. Mindy Porter, Simon Mused, Kimberly Kay, and Tyler Begneaud all shared their insights with our industry, contributing to the important conversations around elevating guest experiences, fostering community engagement, and shaping the future of science and children's museums. It was an honor to connect with peers from science centers and museums worldwide, discuss best practices, and learn from one another to enhance informal learning experiences. We’re proud to be part of this dynamic community dedicated to inspiring curiosity and creativity in visitors of all ages! #ASTC2024 #ScienceMuseums #ChildrensMuseums #MuseumEducation #CommunityEngagement #MuseumIndustry #ProfessionalDevelopment #Conference 

We're excited to share that Danica Stout, Senior Development Manager, and Joseph Farmer, Annual Giving Manager, have officially graduated from the Leadership Benton County Class of 2024! 🎉 Leadership Benton County is known for developing future leaders who are ready to tackle regional challenges and drive positive change in our community. Through this 11-session program, participants gain insights into key community sectors—including government, business, education, healthcare, and more—preparing them to make a real impact. Congratulations to Danica and Joseph on this achievement! We're proud to see members of our team continue to grow as community leaders Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gWjyjZ-x Rogers Lowell Chamber Greater Bentonville Area Chamber of Commerce #Leadership #BentonvilleArkansas #BentonCounty #Community #Impact 

Confidence and creativity are in the spotlight at the LPGA NW Arkansas Championship’s Confidence Courtyard this weekend! Throughout the event, we’re offering hands-on activities that invite kids to explore, build, and learn—developing essential skills while boosting their belief in what they can achieve. It’s especially important to foster confidence in young girls, as research shows that girls often start to lose confidence in subjects like STEAM by the age of 8. By giving them the opportunity to engage in creative problem-solving early, we’re helping close that gap, encouraging them to pursue their interests and overcome barriers. Come see firsthand how powerful hands-on learning can be in sparking confidence and curiosity. Together, let’s create a future where every child, regardless of gender, believes they can achieve more. #Confidence #GirlsInSTEM #NWAChampionship #LPGA #LearningThroughPlay #Arkansas Procter & Gamble Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA) Walmart

At the Amazeum, we believe that play and creativity are powerful drivers of learning, growth, and entrepreneurship. The Youth Maker Program: Make. Create. Sell. exemplifies our commitment to hands-on learning and providing teens with real-world skills. We’re especially proud of how this program fosters innovation, confidence, and collaboration, helping teens develop not just products, but essential life and entrepreneurial skills. Through workshops, mentorship, and our Tinkering Workshop, we aim to create an environment where teens can thrive—where their ideas take shape, and where they’re supported at every step of their creative journey. We're excited to see the next generation of makers, innovators, and entrepreneurs grow within this program, and we can’t wait to witness what they will create for this year’s Winter Youth Maker Market! Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/gpM4fYg2 #Impact #Entrepreneurs #HandsOnLearning #YouthDevelopment #Creativity 

Research shows that play is a critical part of childhood development. It enhances creativity, problem-solving, and social skills, allowing children to engage in deeper learning experiences. Play encourages children to take risks, build resilience, and discover new ways to approach challenges. By fostering environments where children are free to explore and experiment, we can help them grow into confident, curious, and innovative thinkers. Let's recognize the impact of play on learning and development. #LearningThroughPlay #ChildhoodDevelopment #Impact #EarlyLearning

During #WelcomeWeekNWA, we celebrate the power of inclusivity and community! Last week, we were thrilled to partner with Ozark Adaptive Sports Association to bring adaptive sports to the Amazeum. Kids had a blast trying out sports chairs and learning how to play alongside their friends with physical disabilities. It's moments like these that remind us how important it is to create welcoming spaces for everyone, where abilities are celebrated, and everyone can play together. Join us in embracing diversity and connection! 🏀💛 #InclusiveCommunity #Impact #Community #BentonvilleArkansas

We're loving this reminder from our team that you're *never* too old to play!  The Amazeum is a space for curiosity, creativity, and discovery—whether you’re 5 or 55. So, why not embrace your inner child and explore with us? And if you’re ready for an adults-only night of spooky fun, don’t miss our upcoming Spooky Science Adult Night in October! It’s a night where Halloween vibes meet hands-on STEAM experiments, eerie exhibits, and spine-tingling fun. Get your tickets now—it’s going to be a wicked good time!  #NeverTooOldToPlay #STEAM #Community

Big congratulations to our CEO, Sam Dean, for being reelected to the Association of Science and Technology Centers Board of Directors! 🙌 This milestone underscores Sam's passion for advancing science learning and innovation across our global network of science centers and museums. As Sam steps into another term, we’re excited to see the continued collaboration with such a dynamic group of leaders who are committed to shaping the future of STEM education. Let’s give a shoutout to Sam and the entire ASTC Board for their ongoing efforts in driving progress! 👏 Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eamsBXnu #Leadership #ScienceCenters #ASTC #Innovation #Amazeum #STEM

A huge thank you to our friends at eSCO Processing and Recycling for their generous donation of data-sanitized gadgets for Tinkerfest this Saturday! 🛠️ Kids will have the chance to roll up their sleeves and explore how these gadgets work by taking them apart piece by piece. It’s the perfect opportunity to spark their curiosity and get them thinking like real engineers, which is what Tinkerfest is all about. We’re also grateful that eSCO will be picking everything up next week for certified recycling—keeping things both fun and sustainable! Your commitment to education and providing unique learning experiences makes such a positive impact, and we love partnering with organizations that share our passion for inspiring the next generation of problem solvers. #Impact #Education #CommunitySupport #BentonvilleArkansas