Category Archives: Musuem Education

Arts, ELL, Journalism, Multicultural, Musuem Education, Outreach, Uncategorized, Writing

South Asian American Digital Archive

Updated 12/17/2019

Mission
SAADA creates a more inclusive society by giving voice to South Asian Americans through documenting, preserving, and sharing stories that represent their unique and diverse experiences.

Vision
We envision American and world histories that fully acknowledge the importance of immigrants and ethnic communities in the past, strengthen such communities in the present, and inspire discussion about their role in the future.
We believe that strong archives are vital to community wellbeing and that archives can be dynamic spaces for dialogue and debate. There is no dust in SAADA!

SAADA runs the Tides magazine, the Road Trips project, First Days project, Revolution Remix walking tour, community and archival events.

 

Website: https://www.saada.org/

Email: info@saada.org

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/saadaorg

Arts, Mentors, Musuem Education, Outreach, Philadelphia

Philadelphia Historical Society

Updated 12/17/2019

The Historical Society of Pennsylvania, founded in 1824, is one of the nation’s largest archives of historical documents. We are proud to serve as Philadelphia’s Library of American History, with over 21 million manuscripts, books, and graphic images encompassing centuries of US history. HSP serves more than 4,000 on-site researchers annually and millions more around the globe who use its online resources. HSP is also a leading center for the documentation and study of ethnic communities and immigrant experiences in the 20th century, and one of the largest family history libraries in the country. Through educator workshops, research opportunities, public programs and lectures throughout the year, we strive to make history relevant and exhilarating to all.

 

There are internship opportunities available during all semesters in: archival work, performing arts, conservation, stacks management, and education.

 

See past intern projects here: https://hsp.org/blogs/fondly-pennsylvania/more-than-shuffling-papers-current-intern-projects

Find open internship opportunities here: https://hsp.org/about-us/opportunities/internships

 

Website: https://hsp.org/

Phone: 215-732-6200

Environmental, Musuem Education, Science, STEM

The Academy of Natural Sciences at Drexel University

Mission:

Founded in 1812, the Academy of Natural Sciences is America’s oldest natural history museum and a world leader in biodiversity and environmental research. The mission of the Academy is to encourage and cultivate the sciences, explore the remarkable diversity of the natural world, and share these discoveries with the public through innovative exhibits, publications, and educational programming.

Programs/Services Offered

The Academy of Natural Sciences offers educational programs, camps, workshops and exhibits for visitors of all ages, including  the annual George Washington Carver Science Fair and the Women in Natural Sciences Enrichment Program.

The Academy also encompasses the Center for Environmental Policy (CEP),  a key player in the environmental and sustainability community of the greater Philadelphia region. Bringing together scientists, policy makers, and the general public around issues of critical environmental importance, the CEP provides non-partisan, science-based information on key environmental issues, promotes solutions, and builds awareness. The CEP offers regular public programs held at the Academy on relevant topics, and also serves as a logistical hub for local working groups organized around sustainability issues.

Student Opportunities:

The Academy of Natural Sciences offers both volunteer and internship opportunities.

Volunteers can serve as exhibit guides, research assistants, or can help in the live animal center and children’s summer camp.

To apply, submit an application form and select Internship Program under Assignment Preference. For additional information contact the Volunteer Services Department at 215-299-1029 or volunteers@ansp.org.

The Academy of Natural Sciences at Drexel University
1900 Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Phone: (215) 299-1000

Arts, Musuem Education, Philadelphia, Science, STEM

The Franklin Institute

The Franklin Institute’s Mission: In the spirit of inquiry and discovery embodied by Benjamin Franklin, the mission of The Franklin Institute is to inspire a passion for learning about science and technology.

The Franklin Institute offers internships in the Curatorial Department, Exhibit Development and Design, Science Education and Youth Programs, among many other opportunities.

Visit the webpage to learn how about the opportunities, and about how to apply.

Volunteer opportunities: https://www.fi.edu/volunteer

Internship opportunities: https://www.fi.edu/internships

Questions? Please contact the Volunteer Department at 215.448.1163 or volprog@fi.edu, 9am-5pm weekdays.