The James Webb Space Telescope (Webb) is the largest, most powerful and complex space telescope ever built and launched into space (mission trailer). NASA and its partners want to 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 exploration of the universe by hosting Webb Space Telescope Community Events (in-person, 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 work? How did we get here? Are we alone?
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. To apply to be a Community Event host, click here. Deadline for applications is Friday, February 25, 2022.
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).
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.
NASA STEM Education Webb Toolkit
Guide to infrared for high-school age groups
Activity Guides & Program Models
Webb Launch outreach slide deck
Presentación sobre Webb en Español
Release form for Guardians and Minors (English & Spanish)
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