STEM Library Lab equips teachers to inspire students. They empower classrooms with the tools for successful science instruction.  Foster high-quality active learning by providing teachers and students with access to equipme nt is their prime objective.  STEM Library Lab was founded in 2016 as a racial equity organization. They stand in solidarity with the civil discourse movements locally and nationally. Click here to watch an amazing video of STEM Library Lab  

A project was initiated to provide the nation’s 9,000 public libraries with a field-tested and replicable science literacy model that staff can adapt to engage their patrons in meaningful and relevant science experiences. This Guide advances library practice and empowers public library staff to effectively build their science literacy capacity. The hope is library patrons and their communities are better connected to informal science and technology experiences, equipment, books, media, and the scientific community. In addition to this guide, the grant project includes a Guide for State Library Agencies, online learning tool kits, and STEM resources for libraries.  (Reference:  https://stemlibraries.org/)

For decades, public libraries have been evolving to become venues for informal science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) education, hosting programs and exhibits that inspire children and adults alike, and support them in their lifelong learning. Libraries serve diverse populations of all ages and backgrounds and can be found in nearly every community across the United States. This page provides a brief overview of resources on InformalScience.org that describe and support the intersection between libraries and STEM learning, as well as links to other relevant resources and communities.