You can call me Dr. T
Representation matters. I thought it was important that students associate that title with someone who maybe doesn’t look like what they might think a scientist looks like. One of the…
Do Try This At Home! The Magician’s Table
Gabriella Wilkerson is a 2020 graduate of Northampton High School, who was inspired by her experiences visiting the Springfield Science Museum as a child. She has been an avid Girl…
The International Space Station Exhibit is Soaring Along
The Springfield Museums is in the process of constructing a fully-immersive, nearly full-size (26’ x 13’), representation of the International Space Station module Destiny, located next door to the historic…
Museum School Online Classes Robust with Teacher Talent
The Springfield Museums' Museum School is offering an array of online classes instructed by its remarkable, talented faculty. Please see The Museum School page for more information on classes. Below…
Girl Scout Gold Award Winner: Do Try This At Home!
Gabriella Wilkerson is a 2020 graduate of Northampton High School, who was inspired by her experiences visiting the Springfield Science Museum as a child. She has been an avid Girl…
Museum Book Club: Recommended Reading from Our Staff
Looking to curl up with a good book? Check out these recommendations from our staff. Give while you shop! Bookmark smile.amazon.com and select the Springfield Museums as your preferred charity…
ASTRONOMY DAY: Local Research Using Infrared
In the video Working Remotely we saw examples of how wavelengths we can't see help us to learn about objects beyond the Earth. Robert Gutermuth, Associate Research Professor of Astronomy…
ASTRONOMY DAY: The Seymour Planetarium: Historic Past and Brilliant Future
In addition to introducing generations of Springfield residents to the wonders of the night sky, the Korkosz projector in the Seymour Planetarium stands as an example of Springfield ingenuity, right…
ASTRONOMY DAY: Get Started in Backyard Astronomy
The night sky is an exotic destination we can reach without ever leaving the comfort of our home or neighborhood. And a telescope or binoculars will reveal even more of…
ASTRONOMY DAY: Bringing the Stars (and Moon) to the People
We are excited to bring you a virtual edition of Astronomy Day this year! Astronomy day was first observed in 1973 in an event organized by Doug Berger, at that…