DESCRIPTION
This workshop was recorded on 6-9-2026
During this online workshop we heard an overview of the many resources available to help museums celebrate America at 250 - the United States Semiquincentennial. Frost Science walked through their "America250: Celebrating American Innovation" freely available ready-to-use poster exhibits, planetarium show, and more that explore the stories of innovators who contributed to American ingenuity. Then, History Colorado talked about their "Moments That Made US" freely available, ready-to-use and customizable exhibition panels as well as ways to make deep local connections in addition to national efforts. Whether you are already planning big events or are looking for simple ways to celebrate America's birthday with your audiences, join us for ideas and resources at the ready to commemorate this national event.
Presenters
Analisa Duran, Ph.D.
Knight Vice President, Science Education
Frost Science in Miami, FL
Addie Bouck
Program Coordinator
America 250 - Colorado 150 Commission
History Colorado in Denver, CO
Catherine McCarthy
NISE Network Director
Arizona State University in Tempe, AZ
Resources
Frost Science America250 Celebrating American Innovation resources
https://www.frostscience.org/america250-celebrating-american-innovation/
Fill out the interest form to receive resources
Moments Moments That Made US Customizable Exhibition Panels
- History Colorado America 250 - Colorado 150 resources
DESCRIPTION
This workshop was recorded on 6-9-2026
During this online workshop we heard an overview of the many resources available to help museums celebrate America at 250 - the United States Semiquincentennial. Frost Science walked through their "America250: Celebrating American Innovation" freely available ready-to-use poster exhibits, planetarium show, and more that explore the stories of innovators who contributed to American ingenuity. Then, History Colorado talked about their "Moments That Made US" freely available, ready-to-use and customizable exhibition panels as well as ways to make deep local connections in addition to national efforts. Whether you are already planning big events or are looking for simple ways to celebrate America's birthday with your audiences, join us for ideas and resources at the ready to commemorate this national event.
Presenters
Analisa Duran, Ph.D.
Knight Vice President, Science Education
Frost Science in Miami, FL
Addie Bouck
Program Coordinator
America 250 - Colorado 150 Commission
History Colorado in Denver, CO
Catherine McCarthy
NISE Network Director
Arizona State University in Tempe, AZ
Resources
Frost Science America250 Celebrating American Innovation resources
https://www.frostscience.org/america250-celebrating-american-innovation/
Fill out the interest form to receive resources
Moments Moments That Made US Customizable Exhibition Panels
- History Colorado America 250 - Colorado 150 resources
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