Over 250 interactive exhibits and activities in science, technology, engineering, art, and math

for the whole family

Over 250 interactive exhibits and activities in science, technology, engineering, math, and art

for the whole family

Explora is an innovative experiential learning center located in the heart of Old Town Albuquerque

Explora is an innovative experiential learning center located in the heart of Old Town Albuquerque

Explora is an innovative experiential learning center located in the heart of Old Town Albuquerque

Explora is an innovative experiential learning center located in the heart of Old Town Albuquerque

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Explora pursues a Cradle through Career STEAM Lear

Explora pursues a Cradle through Career STEAM Learning Strategic Focus to improve educational outcomes, drive economic development, and improve family and community prosperity. Making sure students can see themselves in STEM is an important part of keeping them on STEM career pathways. Last week, Explora hosted an event, funded by @facebook and in partnership with @intel, to introduce 20 teens to career opportunities and mentors at Intel.

The one-hour event featured a panel discussion with three women, who are all STEM professionals working at Intel. The panelists were well-prepared, engaging, honest, and funny, answering questions that highlighted the importance of resilience, multiple career pathways, and the role of mentors and role models. The participating teens were most interested in what the women most liked about their jobs, how hard and expensive school was, how many times the women changed their majors and career paths, and whether or not the women experienced discrimination as minorities in their chosen fields.

This type of exposure increases teens' awareness of STEAM career opportunities and the ways they can take concrete steps to pursue jobs that improve outcomes. Thank you, Facebook and Intel!

It's a sodium polyacrylate! Did you know this supe

It's a sodium polyacrylate! Did you know this super-absorbent polymer can absorb 100 to 1000 times its mass in water? Neat! Come back next week for another Explora #closeup! #HowWeExplora #STEM #STEAM #MuseumsFromHome #ExploraNM #STEMatHome #AllTogetherNM #NationalChemistryWeek

Explora #closeup time! In honor of Nat'l Chemistry

Explora #closeup time! In honor of Nat'l Chemistry Week, this week's item is a chemical compound commonly found in diapers! Any clue what it is? Make your guess and head back at 5 pm for the reveal! #HowWeExplora #STEM #STEAM #MuseumsFromHome #ExploraNM #STEMatHome #AllTogetherNM

It's a praying mantis! Man, 'tis exciting how many

It's a praying mantis! Man, 'tis exciting how many of you got it right! Did you know Mantids are the only insect that can turn their head from side to side? Amazing! Join us for another Explora #closeup next week! #HowWeExplora #STEM #STEAM #ExploraNM #STEMatHome #AllTogetherNM

Is your future blurry? Bring it into focus! Join u

Is your future blurry? Bring it into focus! Join us for a panel of Stem Professionals working at Intel as they tell you how they got to their careers, give you insider tips and answer all your burning questions!
This is a free virtual event for High school and College students on Thursday, Oct 15th 4-5pm. Register at http://ow.ly/2ZJm50BRAlK

Explora #closeup time! You may find this week's it

Explora #closeup time! You may find this week's item in your backyard or a park, disguised among the plants. I'm praying that you all guess correctly! Let us know what you think and come back at 5 pm for the reveal! #HowWeExplora #STEM #STEAM #ExploraNM #STEMatHome #AllTogetherNM