THE CARNEGIE MODEL
Building community-focused science centers designed to engage and inspire through collaborative learning.
THE CARNEGIE MODEL
KNOWLEDGE FUELED BY COMMUNITY ACTION
Inspired by Andrew Carnegie’s model of building libraries to democratize access to knowledge, we aim to decentralize science in small towns. By establishing community-driven science centers, we will provide state-of-the-art resources and educational programs, fostering local engagement and scientific curiosity. This approach ensures that everyone can participate in scientific discovery, no matter where they live.
Decentralizing Science
Between 1883 and 1929, Andrew Carnegie funded over 2,500 libraries across the globe. His grants were contingent on communities agreeing to provide land and ongoing operational support while maintaining free public access to the library. This innovative model allowed local communities to play a key role in fostering education. By 1919, nearly half of all U.S. libraries were Carnegie libraries, creating a lasting legacy of free learning spaces that continue to empower people today.