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1550 Middleton St. #2933 Orangeburg, SC 29115

hello@artsandsciencescenter.org

803 570 2627

A Little About Us

We're Not Just Another Nonprofit Organization.

The Arts and Sciences Center is a nonprofit organization that primarily serves Black children and youth, ages 8 to 21, in Orangeburg, South Carolina, and the communities of Orangeburg County. Our aim is to “STEM”ulate learning and career interest in science, technology, engineering, the arts, and mathematics (STEAM). We do this by integrating hands-on activities that are age and developmentally appropriate and relevant to the young people we serve. Ultimately, we aspire to encourage creativity in today’s youth to inspire tomorrow’s innovation. 

What are the benefits of STEAM education?

STEAM education is important because it prepares youth to be critical thinkers, make learning connections, and be competitive in today’s job market. This is done through the promotion of creativity, confidence building, engaged learning, and problem solving.

Creativity

Youth are encouraged to conceptualize and generate new ideas, processes, and products to solve real-world problems.

Confidence

Through opportunity, curiosity, and encouragement, youth acquire the self-assurance to challenge and explore new paths.

Engaged Learning

Through guided learning, inquiry, dialogue, and critical thinking, youth learning experiences are enhanced.

Problem Solving

Youth learn the importance of collaborating, learning from mistakes, and troubleshooting to quickly assess and resolve challenges.

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We Believe. We Can. We Will.

We are STEAM!

For centuries, Black people and other historically underrepresented communities of the STEAM industry have made significant contributions to society through the arts and sciences. These contributions have simplified life and have provided an effective and artistic means to communicate and explore culture. Like our representation, our contributions to STEAM and to the world sometimes go unnoticed. Our children and their future deserve better.

Programming

Our Coding for Good Project prepares high school students for the workforce by providing real-world job experiences. Youth are given the tools, resources, and support to design websites for small businesses.

Volunteer

Become a part of something new, exciting, and needed in our community. Volunteer to affect change in the lives of young people so that their futures can offer limitless and rewarding opportunities.

Give a Gift

ASC exists to increase access and availability to STEAM education for historically underrepresented communities in the STEAM industry. Give a donation today to make a long-lasting impact on their future.