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Bringing Citizen Science Month To Your Community
Any project. Any format. Every event counts.
Hosting an event during Citizen Science Month helps more people participate in real scientific research and contribute to the shared goal of 2.50 million Acts of Science, in celebration of America’s 250th Birthday. Libraries, museums, schools, Girl Scouts, educators, community organizations, and partners host events of all kinds throughout April. Events can be small or large, in-person or virtual, one-time or ongoing.
No prior experience is required. SciStarter provides guidance, tools, and support.
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Find an Event to Support
Any citizen science event hosted in April counts as an Act of Science.
What Kind of Event Are You Planning?
Choose the option that best fits your plans. You can mix and match resources.
Option 1: Acts of Science: Connected Events
New for 2026!
Acts of Science: Connected is a featured live event series where communities everywhere make Acts of Science together at the same time, guided by project scientists. Best for hosts who want:
- A turnkey experience
- A scheduled live event
- Step-by-step guidance
SciStarter provides the virtual event, facilitator resources, and promotional materials. You provide the space and invite your community.
Easy to host. Minimal preparation.
Option 2: Any Citizen Science Event
You can host any citizen science project or activity that fits your community. Examples include:
- Hands-on workshops
- Outdoor data collection activities
- Project demonstrations
- Classroom or after-school programs
- Discussion groups or hack-along sessions
Any project. Any format.
Option 3: Supporting or Promoting Events
Not ready to host? You can still help by:
- Helping participants get started
- Promoting local or virtual events
- Volunteering or moderating
Whether you host a Connected event or another citizen science activity, your event helps people make Acts of Science.
PLAN → HOST → CELEBRATE
Citizen Science Month welcomes hosts of all sizes and experience levels, including, libraries, museums and science centers, schools, Girl Scouts, community organizations, universities and more.
What SciStarter Provides vs. What Hosts Provide
SciStarter Provides
- Event ideas and project recommendations
- Acts of Science: Connected virtual events
- Facilitator guides and printable materials
- Promotional templates and toolkits
- Ambassador support and training
Hosts Provide
- A welcoming space (physical or virtual)
- Community outreach and invitations
- Event facilitation (light-touch)
- Enthusiasm and encouragement
Hosting can be as simple as livestreaming an event and inviting people to participate together.
- Choose Your Act of Science: Select a project, activity, or Acts of Science: Connected event. Use the Project Finder to search by topic or location.
- Invite Your Community: Use SciStarter’s templates and resources to promote your event.
- Host and Participate Together: Guide participants as they make Acts of Science.
- Celebrate and Report: Encourage participants to share photos using #ActsofScience and report Acts using the Report Acts tab (coming soon).
Help Acts of Science Count
Host-led events play a key role in reaching 2.50 million Acts of Science:
- Participation in hosted events counts automatically
- Coming soon: hosts and participants can report Acts using the Report Acts tab
- Encourage participants to share photos using #ActsofScience
Photos may appear on the Wall of Fame, and participants may be eligible for prizes and recognition.
Get Assistance From Trained Volunteers
SciStarter Ambassadors and NASA Solar System Ambassadors help support Citizen Science Month events by:
- Assisting with facilitation
- Welcoming participants
- Answering questions
- Helping promote events
You can request Ambassador support or volunteers to help at events.
Amplify your Event
Hosting an event also creates opportunities for visibility and community engagement.
- Share your event using SciStarter’s promotional materials
- Invite local media to cover participation
- Highlight your role in celebrating America’s 250th Birthday through science
Media outlets and partners can find ready-to-use resources to help amplify participation.