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Overview

           

The James Webb Space Telescope (Webb)

will be

is the largest, most powerful and complex space telescope ever built and launched into space

. Launching from French Guiana on December 22, 2021,

(mission trailer). NASA and its

international

partners want to

help you

share the experience of the Webb Space Telescope’s first images with communities all over the United States and abroad. 

We will help community organizations celebrate this generational moment in our

common

exploration of the

wider universe, through

universe by hosting Webb Space Telescope Community Events (in-person

or virtual events. NASA can support museums, science centers, planetariums, public libraries, nature centers, visitor’s centers, zoos, art galleries, community centers, and other non-profit organizations that communicate or wish to communicate science to the public. NASA can help connect host venues to trainings about Webb and the telescope’s launch process and science, as well as to subject matter experts to best engage with audiences either in person (where possible) or virtually. In addition, hard-copy event materials and handouts can be shipped to participating locations as resources allow.

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What:

The James Webb Space Telescope is an orbiting infrared observatory that will complement and extend the legacy of earlier space-based telescopes to push the boundaries of human knowledge even further, to the formation of the first galaxies and the horizons of other worlds.

As Webb is scheduled to launch on December 22, 2021 and prepares to begin science operations over the following several months, NASA will provide support to communities everywhere to help you join in celebrating this generational event. Webb’s launch and commissioning, culminating in the release of fabulous new images in Summer

, virtual or hybrid). The release of Webb’s first images in July 2022, represents a unique opportunity to engage your community through some of humanity’s biggest questions: How does the

Universe

universe work? How did we get here? Are we alone?

Why:

Webb will be the premier observatory of the next decade. It will study every phase in the history of our Universe. Our goal is that with your help, Webb’s launch and commissioning will captivate and inspire a new generation of space science enthusiasts, reaching a broader, more diverse audience than ever before.

Who:

Any museum, science center, planetarium, public library, nature center, visitor’s center, community college, or other non-profit

This is part of a long-term, sustained public engagement initiative. NASA’s vision for the Community Events is to create and nurture generations of science enthusiasts, including underserved audiences, through long-term, meaningful engagement with Webb’s discoveries. More than 450 organizations in the US celebrated Webb’s launch, which was on December 25, 2021, by hosting events around the country through the fall and winter.

Engagement Goals

We have three goals for the Webb Community Events:

  1. Make science accessible to all, especially underserved communities.
  2. Share the value of science discovery with images and other data that will inspire curiosity.
  3. Help people experience the joy, beauty and power of STEM. 

Who Can Be a Host

Any community organization that communicates or wishes to communicate science to the public

,

can

receive supporting materials. The opportunity is open to

participate. This can include, but is not limited to:

  • Astronomy clubs and amateur astronomers (including those in the Night Sky Network)
  • Community colleges, colleges or universities
  • K-12 schools, clubs or classrooms
  • Local community organizations (YMCAs, community centers, Boys and Girls Clubs, etc.)
  • Museums (non-science or science-focused)
  • Nature centers or parks
  • Observatories (formal or informal)
  • Planetariums
  • Public libraries
  • Science centers
  • Solar System Ambassadors
  • Visitors centers

We welcome venues of all sizes. We are seeking to engage the public at large, not only space buffs. We particularly encourage institutions that engage populations or communities that are

traditionally underrepresented or

underserved to participate.



To apply to be a Community Event host, click here. Deadline for applications is Friday, February 25, 2022.


NASA's James Webb Space Telescope separates from its Ariane 5 rocket with the bright blue Earth in the background in this view captured after its launch on Dec. 25, 2021.Image Added

Image: The James Webb Space Telescope upon separating from the final Ariane V rocket stage.


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If you have questions, please contact Anita Dey (anita.dey@nasa.gov) or Peter Sooy (peter.r.sooy@nasa.gov).


What We Will Provide 

  • A point of contact to answer questions and provide assistance as necessary (U.S. domestic only)
  • Access to expert knowledge 
  • Optional training
  • Editable public presentation slide deck
  • Selected physical materials (may include bookmarks, stickers, etc.) (U.S. domestic only)
  • Digital materials (activity guides, videos, web features, etc.)
  • Materials to help you promote your events (including editable digital flyers)
  • Updates on Webb’s status
  • Ways to connect to others in your area who are interested in celebrating Webb’s first images (U.S. domestic only)

Event Timing and Format

First image Community Events can take place anytime between the day the images are released in July and October. Events that take place on the day of image release, however, will be more visible. The events can be in-person, virtual or hybrid. 

Requirements

in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) to request support.

When:

Events can be supported for any time between September 2021 through the release of the first images in Summer 2022. There are a number of major milestones for the observatory in the interim as it prepares to begin science operations that you may wish to highlight in your events. In order to connect a Webb subject matter expert to your event, we require at least 2 months between your event date and the request for support. As Webb reaches its orbital destination and prepares to begin science operations, digital resources and activity guides are available for other events you may want to hold around other mission milestones.

Official US Sites:

Map and list of sites

Request a Subject Matter Expert to speak at your event!

Request materials for your event

FAQs for hosts

Resources for advertising and media

Event Flyer template

Press release template for your Webb Community Event

Press kit for media contacts

Training sessions and slides:

Recording of Host Training session #1

Host training slide deck

After your event:

Please fill out this evaluation form to help us understand your needs better for future efforts.

Criteria:

Sites receiving support will:

  • Have a safety plan, including COVID-19 considerations, as well as a digital virtual back-up plan for in person events
  • Work with community partners to reach underserved audiences in their communities
  • Host an event that is free & open to the public
Example events: PDF with example events

Webb Mission Milestones:

Launch is only the beginning of Webb's long journey before it can begin science operations. As it travels to its final orbit around the Sun, 1 million miles from Earth, the telescope unfold and start readying itself for science!

  • (or your membership)
  • Offer feedback through our evaluation form


To apply to be a Community Event host, click here. Deadline for applications is Friday, February 25, 2022.

  •   December 25 2021 – Launch
  •   December 2021 / January 2022 – Webb unfolds and reaches its orbital destination
  •   March 2022 – Webb instruments reach operating temperature, down to 7 degrees above absolute zero
  •   March/April 2022 – Webb’s many mirror segments align to act as single mirror
    •   July2022 – Webb releases its first science-quality observations

    NASA's Webb Space Telescope Resources:

    www.jwst.nasa.gov

    www.webbtelescope.org

    www.nasa.gov/webb

    NASA Live broadcast stream

    NASA STEM Education Webb Toolkit

    Guide to infrared for high-school age groups

    General Resources and Links

    Activity Guides & Program Models

    Multimedia

    Printable Materials

    Recursos en Español

    Webb AR app

    Slide deck

    Webb Launch outreach slide deck

    Presentación sobre Webb en Español

    Media Release Forms:

    Release form for Adults

    Release form for Guardians and Minors (English & Spanish)

    Social Media Channels:

    Webb Launch Social Media kit

    Partner Resources:

    NISE Net training on engaging informal education audiences with Webb

    NISE Net training on engaging informal education audiences with Webb pt 2

    Night Sky Network training on engaging public audiences with Webb

    StarNet training on engaging library audiences with Webb

    StarNet "Look Up!" Webb resources

    NISE Net resources for informal educators

    NOVA Exoplanet Lab

    Support for Subject Matter Experts participating in Community Events

    Supporting resources