A universe of exploration

MKI is proud to collaborate with local institutions of learning to deliver astronomy content and personal stories of science discovery to audiences from all walks of life. Below are some of the programs run by our public engagement partners where you might find MKI researchers.

Meet a Scientist at Museum of Science, Boston

Throughout the year, the Museum of Science hosts guests in a variety of STEM fields highlighting topics important to the Museum and their communities. Come learn what these scientists do, how they became interested in their fields of study, and how their work impacts the world. Bring your questions!

Beyond the Telescope at Museum of Science, Boston

Experience the latest groundbreaking discoveries in astronomy and astrophysics alongside the multidisciplinary researchers and science communicators working to better understand humanity’s greatest unresolved mysteries of the universe.

Student Spotlight Carts at the MIT Museum

The MIT Museum invites you to learn about MIT students' ongoing research and innovation, straight from the source! Drop by an engagement cart to explore, ask questions, and dive into what students are passionate about.

Graduate Student Talks at the List Center

Contemporary artists often derive inspiration from various fields of study and explore it through artistic methodologies. To expand on artist interests, MIT graduate students and postdocs share their field research in conjunction with work on view to provide audiences with a deeper understanding and prompts for thoughtful conversations.

MA Space Week

Hosted by the MA Space Consortium every April, Massachusetts Space Week offers many opportunities to explore the far-out world of space science and space exploration.

Check out our events page to learn more about upcoming events featuring MKI science and scientists.