Formed in 1965, the Middle Atlantic Planetarium Society (MAPS) is one of the oldest regional planetarium associations in the United States. In 1968, MAPS, in conjunction with the Great Lakes Planetarium Association, was instrumental in laying the groundwork for the founding of the International Society of Planetarium Educators (now known as the International Planetarium Society.) [...]
The Members in the Media section of the MAPS website is a showcase for media features of MAPS members in the local or national spotlight. Radio, tv and newspaper (online editions) that can be shared and enjoyed by all are welcome additions. As science communicators, media outreach is essential and we are pleased to highlight [...]
Constellation Summer 2016 MAPS 2016 - Innovate, Imagine, Inspire: Taking a New Approach President’s Message Old Maps Northern MAPS Conjunction My Sky Tonight Workshop East Kentucky Science Center and Planetarium Hubble Captures the Beating Heart of the Crab Nebula Host a MAPS Area Meeting in 2017! Juno Mission Status Report: Team Begins Powering [...]
We invite you to participate in a key activity for the Middle Atlantic Planetarium Society — the nomination of new board members. MAPS is committed to building a large and diverse pool of candidates, and that can only happen with your participation. […]
Kevin Conod, manager of the Dreyfuss Planetarium at the Newark Museum talks to NJ.com about the April full moon which symbolizing the start of spring. NJ.com is New Jersey’s largest website for local news, sports, and entertainment, and is affiliated with 12 New Jersey newspapers. […]
Constellation Spring 2016 2016 MAPS Conference President’s Message Old Maps Education Committee Flip Your Dome In Like a Lion...Out Like a Lamb NGSS in NY – Spring 2016 Update East Kentucky Science Center and Planetarium Pre-Conference STEAM Exhibit Design Workshop Luzader Observatory Dedicated York County Astronomical Society Don’t Take Me Out of the [...]
Dear MAPS Member, The James E. Richmond Science Center invites you, MAPS friends and colleagues, to join us July 27-30, 2016 in Waldorf, Maryland for what will be an historic conference. The meeting will be a great time of camaraderie and professional development, plus the chance to shop, dine, and discover many local historic sites. [...]
“Innovate, Imagine, Inspire – Taking a New Approach” Delegate Registration due by June 10, 2016 […]
2016 MAPS Conference Schedule […]
There are four ways to bring your talent and unique experience to the stage at the 2016 MAPS conference. Paper Talks Poster Presentations Workshops Panel Discussions Proposals for the 2016 conference are accepted through July 4th […]
How I Got Here, From There, With A Little Help From My (Planetarium) Friends! […]
The James E. Richmond Science Center is a focal point of St. Charles High School. The science center includes a state-of-the-art 60-foot diameter, 184-seat Digital Dome Classroom, a 6-foot diameter NOAA Science On a Sphere®, and an experiential learning center, or Discovery Lab. […]
Reservations must be made by July 4, 2016 Hilton Garden Inn 10385 O’Donnell Place Waldorf, MD 20603 240-222-0000 […]
Dear MAPS Supporter, The Middle Atlantic Planetarium Society will bring together its members, vendors, and supporters in Waldorf, MD, for the 2016 conference. This year’s conference will be hosted by the James E. Richmond Science Center from late afternoon on Wednesday July 27 through early afternoon on Saturday July 30th. This year’s theme of “Innovate, [...]
Presented to Middle Atlantic Planetarium Society Upon enrollment as An Affiliate of the National Science Teachers Association, NEA and in recognition of a mutual commitment to work cooperatively in advancing the profession and purposes of the teaching of science. Washington, DC December 10, 1965
Constellation Winter 2015 Following in the Footsteps of Clyde President’s Message Plan Now for the 2016 MAPS Conference! Education Committee Stories in the Stars MAPS 2016 Board of Directors Elections Read the Newsletter
Planetarium Careers posted by MAPS Members […]
Catalina offers local sky watchers once-in-a-lifetime treat A segment on Buffalo’s NPR News Station interviews Tim Collins, senior presenter at the Whitworth Ferguson Planetarium at Buffalo State College and community education instructor at the Williamsville Spacelab Planetarium. […]
A Galaxy Far, Far Away — Right There On The Ceiling A segment on NPR’s ‘All Things Considered’ featured quotes from several planetarians from the MAPS region. […]
Constellation Fall 2015 Behavior Management Worksheet which accompanies the Fall 2015 Constellation Newsletter President’s Message Education Committee Next Generation Science Standards – the NYS perspective Behavior Management in the Planetarium Feature Your Planetarium...Now! Mystic Seaport Features Navigation Exhibit East Kentucky Science Center and Planetarium Read the Newsletter
