Christa McAuliffe Center
“I have a vision of the world as a global village, a world without boundaries.” - Christa McAuliffe
The Christa McAuliffe Center is a vibrant educational facility established in 1986 to honor the legacy of the first teacher in space, FSU alumna Christa McAuliffe ‘70. Today, the Center functions as a hub for much of Framingham State’s informal STEM education and outreach serving students and educators across the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and beyond. Since 1994, the Center has been serving bet
09/06/2024
We are HIRING! Explore the paid internships and part-time job opportunities the McAuliffe Center has to offer! Come to one of our job fairs Monday, September 9 (2:30-4:30pm) or Wednesday, September 11 (12:30-2:30pm) to learn more about the positions and see our beautiful Center!
For more info visit cm-center.org/job-openings or find us on HANDSHAKE
09/03/2024
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07/23/2024
Stop by the McAuliffe Center during Framingham State University Police's Touch-A-Truck on Saturday July 27th from 11am-2pm at Framingham State University! Explore firetrucks, police interceptors, and more with K-9 Ramsey! Meet K-9 friends (listed in the next slide) and attend K-9 Kuzik’s retirement party! McAuliffe Center will be open for all families to explore throughout the event!!
For up to date information about the Touch-A-Truck event, check here: https://www.facebook.com/share/cyNEtH4bGqtZhVbt/
07/19/2024
07/18/2024
Tonight at Christa McAuliffe Center and Planetarium at Framingham State University! Don't miss celebrating Chandra's 25th Anniversary tonight, July 18th from 5:00-7:30PM for hands-on activities, exhibits, giveaways, and a planetarium program with guest experts!
EVENT SCHEDULE
5:00PM - 6:00PM: Hands-On Activities and Exhibits
Screenings of Listen to the Universe at 5:00pm and 5:30pm
6:15PM - 7:30PM: Planetarium Program - Celebrating 25 years of the Extreme Universe with NASA's Chandra X-ray Observatory and guest experts!
Moderator: Kim Arcand, Visualization Scientist/Emerging Tech Lead
Guest Experts: Pat Slane, CXC Director; Rudy Montez, Scientist in the Chandra Director's Office; Mel Nynka, Research Scientist; Julia Zachary, Flight Operations Team Deputy Mission Planning Manager/Command Controller
More information:
Chandra 25th Anniversary Celebration — Christa Corrigan McAuliffe Center Date: Thursday, July 18 Time: 5:00PM - 7:30PM Age Recommendation: All Ages Location: McAuliffe Center & FSU Planetarium Since it was launched into space in July 1999, NASA’s Chandra X-ray Observatory has changed our view of the Universe, and it is still capable of many more years of
07/16/2024
Two days away! Join us this Thursday from 5:00-7:30PM to celebrate Chandra's 25th Anniversary! For the full event schedule, visit: cm-center.org/event/chandra
Join us Thursday, July 18th from 5:00-7:30PM to celebrate Chandra’s 25th Anniversary at Christa McAuliffe Center and Planetarium at in collaboration with Chandra X-ray Observatory! Join us for hands-on activities, screenings of "Listen to the Universe" & Planetarium Program "Celebrating 25 years of the Extreme Universe with NASA’s Chandra X-ray Observatory" with guest experts!
Event Schedule:
5:00PM - 6:00PM: Hands-On Activities and Exhibits
*Screenings of Listen to the Universe at 5:00pm and 5:30pm
6:15PM - 7:30PM: Planetarium Program - Celebrating 25 years of the Extreme Universe with NASA's Chandra X-ray Observatory and guest experts
For more information, visit: cm-center.org/event/chandra
07/14/2024
Join us Thursday, July 18th to hear from our next two Chandra X-ray Observatory guest experts: Pat Slane, CXC Director and Rudy Montez, Scientist in the Chandra Director's Office.
Celebrate Chandra's 25 Anniversary with us from 5:00-7:30PM.
5:00-6:00PM Hands-on activities and exhibits
6:15-7:30PM Planetarium Program "Celebrating 25 Years of the Extreme Universe with NASA's Chandra X-ray Observatory"
Learn more at https://cm-center.org/event/chandra
07/11/2024
One week away! Meet the first of the Chandra X-ray Observatory guest experts celebrating 25 years of the extreme universe! Hear from the following experts in the Planetarium Thursday, July 18th at Christa McAuliffe Center and Planetarium at Framingham State University.
Moderator: Kim Arcand, Visualization Scientist/Emerging Tech Lead
Julia Zachary: Flight Operations Team Deputy Mission Planning Manager/Command Controller
Mel Nynka: Research Scientist
For more information, visit: https://cm-center.org/event/chandra
07/10/2024
Chandra 25th Anniversary Celebration - Framingham Source Celebration Chandra's 25th Anniversary at Christa McAuliffe Center and Planetarium at Framingham State Unviersity July, 18, 2024 5:00PM - 7:30PM.
07/07/2024
Join us Thursday, July 18th from 5:00-7:30PM to celebrate Chandra’s 25th Anniversary at Christa McAuliffe Center and Planetarium at in collaboration with Chandra X-ray Observatory! Join us for hands-on activities, screenings of "Listen to the Universe" & Planetarium Program "Celebrating 25 years of the Extreme Universe with NASA’s Chandra X-ray Observatory" with guest experts!
Event Schedule:
5:00PM - 6:00PM: Hands-On Activities and Exhibits
*Screenings of Listen to the Universe at 5:00pm and 5:30pm
6:15PM - 7:30PM: Planetarium Program - Celebrating 25 years of the Extreme Universe with NASA's Chandra X-ray Observatory and guest experts
For more information, visit: cm-center.org/event/chandra
07/03/2024
Celebrate Chandra’s 25th Anniversary Thursday, July 18th at Christa McAuliffe Center and Planetarium at Framingham State University in collaboration with Chandra X-ray Observatory! Join us for hands-on activities, screenings of "Listen to the Universe" & Planetarium Program "Celebrating 25 years of the Extreme Universe with NASA’s Chandra X-ray Observatory" with guest experts!
Event Schedule:
5:00PM - 6:00PM: Hands-On Activities and Exhibits
*Screenings of Listen to the Universe at 5:00pm and 5:30pm
6:15PM - 7:30PM: Planetarium Program - Celebrating 25 years of the Extreme Universe with NASA's Chandra X-ray Observatory and guest experts
For more information, visit:
Chandra 25th Anniversary Celebration — Christa Corrigan McAuliffe Center Date: Thursday, July 18 Time: 5:00PM - 7:30PM Age Recommendation: All Ages Location: McAuliffe Center & FSU Planetarium Since it was launched into space in July 1999, NASA’s Chandra X-ray Observatory has changed our view of the Universe, and it is still capable of many more years of
06/20/2024
TONIGHT is our Sally's Night Celebration!
🚀 5:30PM - 7:30PM: Expedition Mars Space Mission Simulation
*Registration is closed for this portion of the event
🌠6:30PM - 7:15PM: Planetarium Film: Destination Mars (open seating)
👩🚀6:30PM - 7:45PM: Hands-on activities led by NASA Solar System Ambassadors, nostalgic 1980s trivia and puzzles, a photobooth, and official NASA giveaways
🌠7:45PM - 8:30PM: Planetarium Film: Destination Mars (open seating)
Mission Simulation registration is closed! Attendees of all ages are welcome to participate in all other FREE activities!
We can't wait to see everyone!
For more information about Sally's Night visit:
Sally's Night Celebration — Christa Corrigan McAuliffe Center Date: Thursday, June 20 Time: 5:30PM - 8:30PM Age Recommendation: All Ages Location: McAuliffe Center To honor the 41st anniversary of Sally Ride becoming the first American woman in space, we are hosting a special evening consisting of fun for everyone! Participate in a space mission simula
06/17/2024
Don't miss out on Thursday, June 20th from 5:30PM - 8:30PM we are honoring the 41st anniversary of Sally Ride becoming the first American woman in space, consisting of fun for everyone!
We are excited to fly a space mission simulation, do hands-on STEM activities led by NASA Solar System Ambassadors, and experience full-dome Planetarium films!
🚀 5:30PM - 7:30PM: Expedition Mars Space Mission Simulation
*Registration is closed for this portion of the event
🌠6:30PM - 7:15PM: Planetarium Film: Destination Mars (open seating)
👩🚀6:30PM - 7:45PM: Hands-on activities led by NASA Solar System Ambassadors, nostalgic 1980s trivia and puzzles, a photobooth, and official NASA giveaways
🌠7:45PM - 8:30PM: Planetarium Film: Destination Mars (open seating)
Mission Simulation registration is closed! Attendees of all ages are welcome to participate in all other FREE activities!
To register and learn more visit:
https://cm-center.org/event/sallysnight
06/13/2024
Experience full-dome planetarium film: Destination Mars at Sally's Night Celebration - Thursday, June 20th. Showtimes at 6:30PM AND 7:45PM. No pre-registration required. Planetarium seating is open seating: first come, first served.
Learn more here: cm-center.org/event/sallysnight
06/11/2024
Free fun at Sally's Night Celebration! Thursday, June 20th from 6:30-7:45PM at Christa McAuliffe Center at Framingham State University. Join NASA Solar System Ambassadors for hands-on activities, giveaways, a photobooth, puzzles and more!
For more information, visit: cm-center.org/event/sallysnight
06/07/2024
📢REGISTRATION IS OPEN! Register now for Sally's Night Celebration Expedition Mars Mission Simulation!* Thursday, June 20 from 5:30PM - 7:30PM at Christa McAuliffe Center at Framingham State University
Register at: https://cm-center.org/event/sallysnight
*Pre-registration is only required for the mission, and age restrictions apply. Attendees of all ages are welcome to participate in all other FREE activities!
About the mission: A two-hour space mission simulation in the newly-renovated Challenger Learning Center! Experience the fully-immersive Briefing Room, Spacecraft, and Mission Control. Complete unique team assignments and hands-on labs to accomplish mission objectives and help solve simulated emergencies!
About Sally's Night: 2024 marks the 41st anniversary of Sally Ride’s historic STS-7 mission and becoming the first American woman in space. To honor her and this special anniversary, we are partnering with the National Air and Space Museum and joining fellow Smithsonian Affiliates across the country to host an evening filled with fun for learners of all ages!
EVENT SCHEDULE:
5:30PM - 7:30PM: Expedition Mars Space Mission Simulation*
6:30PM - 7:15PM: Planetarium Film: Destination Mars (open seating)
6:30PM - 7:45PM: Hands-on activities led by NASA Solar System Ambassadors, nostalgic 1980s trivia and puzzles, a photobooth, and official NASA giveaways
7:45PM - 8:30PM: Planetarium Film: Destination Mars (open seating)
For more information visit: https://cm-center.org/event/sallysnight
06/05/2024
Sally's Night Celebration Registration Opens Friday, June 7th!
Pre-registration is only required for the mission, and age restrictions apply. Attendees of all ages are welcome to participate in all other FREE activities!
For more information about Sally's Night visit:
www.cm-center.org/event/sallysnight
06/03/2024
05/31/2024
Thursday, June 20th from 5:30PM - 8:30PM we are honoring the 41st anniversary of Sally Ride becoming the first American woman in space, consisting of fun for everyone! Participate in a space mission simulation, hands-on STEM activities led by NASA Solar System Ambassadors, and a full-dome Planetarium film!
🚀 5:30PM - 7:30PM: Expedition Mars Space Mission Simulation
*Pre-registration required! Registration opens June 7!
🌠6:30PM - 7:15PM: Planetarium Film: Destination Mars (open seating)
👩🚀6:30PM - 7:45PM: Hands-on activities led by NASA Solar System Ambassadors, nostalgic 1980s trivia and puzzles, a photobooth, and official NASA giveaways
🌠7:45PM - 8:30PM: Planetarium Film: Destination Mars (open seating)
Pre-registration is only required for the mission, and age restrictions apply.
Attendees of all ages are welcome to participate in all other FREE activities!
To register and learn more visit:
https://cm-center.org/event/sallysnight
05/22/2024
Register now for Metrowest STEM Education Network panel discussion "Aligning Education with Workforce Needs in the Clean Energy Sector" Panelists are from Solect Energy, HEET (Home Energy Efficiency Team), MassBay Community College, and Massachusetts Clean Energy Center
Participants will also be able to tour MassBay's new net zero carbon building!
Register at: https://rb.gy/gbjl7j
05/14/2024
Register now! MSEN Quarterly Meeting "Aligning Education with STEM Workforce Needs" Panel Discussion hosted by Solect Energy in collaboration with MassBay Community College.
Wednesday, June 5th 8:30am-10:30am at MassBay Community College Framingham Campus Center for Health Sciences, Early Childhood, and Human Services. 490 Franklin Street Framingham MA 01702
Aligning education with the workforce needs in the clean energy sector.
Speakers include representatives from:
Solect Energy
MassBay Community College
Massachusetts Clean Energy Center
HEET (Home Energy Efficiency Team)
This event is free but registration is required! https://rb.gy/gbjl7j
For more information, visit: metroweststem.com/quarterlymeetings
05/10/2024
Next Friday! May 17th from 7:30PM - 9:00PM May Hall at Framingham State University! 🌙
Community Stargazing — Christa Corrigan McAuliffe Center Date: Friday, May 17 Time: 7:30PM - 9:00PM Audience: All Ages Location: May Hall, FSU Moon Party! Use telescopes to observe the Moon! FREE no registration required
05/08/2024
05/08/2024
Photo Highlights of Metrowest STEM Education Network's annual science festival: Science on State Street!
We had 30+ exhibitors passionate about their work in STEM and the ways STEM supports environmental justice, renewable energy, and environmental sustainability!
What a fabulous day!
05/06/2024
Save the date for Community Stargazing! Friday, May 17th from 7:30PM-9:00PM McAuliffe Center staff will be at May Hall at Framingham State University observing the Moon! 🌙 Stop by any time and see it for yourself!
For more information visit:
Community Stargazing — Christa Corrigan McAuliffe Center Date: Friday, May 17 Time: 7:30PM - 9:00PM Audience: All Ages Location: May Hall, FSU Moon Party! Use telescopes to observe the Moon! FREE no registration required
05/03/2024
Tonight! Tickets for the 7:00PM film are still available! Get yours now!
👉cm-center.org/event/may3films
*5:30PM Film is sold out
Tomorrow! Get your tickets now for Public Planetarium Films: Fly Me to the Moon 🌙
🗓️Friday, May 3rd
⏰Showtimes at 5:30PM AND 7:00PM
ℹ️ Christa McAuliffe Center, FSU Planetarium at Framingham State University
Follow three young flies as they pull off the very first moon landing!
For tickets and more information visit: cm-center.org/event/may3films
05/02/2024
Tomorrow! Get your tickets now for Public Planetarium Films: Fly Me to the Moon 🌙
🗓️Friday, May 3rd
⏰Showtimes at 5:30PM AND 7:00PM
ℹ️ Christa McAuliffe Center, FSU Planetarium at Framingham State University
Follow three young flies as they pull off the very first moon landing!
For tickets and more information visit: cm-center.org/event/may3films
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Our Story
-Challenger Learning Center-
The Challenger Learning Center mission simulator offers a totally immersive, hands-on STEM education experience that is like nothing else. Students are transformed into astronauts, scientists, and engineers with a single common purpose – the success of the mission. Teamwork, communication, problem solving, and decision making skills are put to the test.
The Challenger mission experience is perfect for school groups in grades 5 and up, out-of-school time groups of similar age, college students, and adults.
-FSU Planetarium-
Whether addressing the smallest aspects of Earth’s biosphere or the most unimaginably massive objects in our universe, Framingham State University’s high-definition, digital planetarium is a powerful and effective catalyst for learning. Our programs, which include full dome feature films, live star shows, and special in-house productions, are tailored and available for all ages. Our center hosts school groups, out-of-school time groups such as science clubs, scout groups, and community-based organizations. Programs for college students and adults are also available.
-Interactive Exhibits-
Our exhibit area is an integral part of the McAuliffe Center STEM experience. More than just exhibits, these installations are a launching pad for the explorations that take place in the Challenger mission simulator and planetarium.
-General Public Offerings-
We are pleased to open our doors for a variety of scheduled public events. Visit christa.org to learn more about public planetarium programs, campus wide science festivals, interactive
exhibits, and other special events.
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