Patterns in Nature: Integrating Art & Science in Adult Programming at University of Washington Botanic Gardens

Authors:

• Dillyn Adamo, Museology Graduate Program
• Chair: Angelina Ong
• Seth Margolis
• Jessica Farmer

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Abstract:

Art and science integration in public programming has many benefits for science learners, but adult programming in science museums doesn't often use this framework for teaching science concepts. The purpose of this project was to create a program within a science-based organization that utilizes principles of art integration to connect adult STEM learners to science topics through art-making experiences. To fulfill this purpose, a print-making and botany program was developed and facilitated twice at the University of Washington (UW) Botanic Gardens. Program participants were surveyed during the program to develop an understanding of how this program could be improved. Further iterations of this program at UW Botanic Gardens will include their feedback, and more specificity to the science topic (through seasonal themes) will be used to better incorporate the science concepts. Additionally, a toolkit was developed to help other science organizations develop art and science integrated programming for adult audiences. This toolkit will be published online as a free resource.

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Patterns in Nature: Integrating Art & Science in Adult Programming at University of Washington Botanic Gardens

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