Stories of Women in STEAM Innovation: Celebrating America's 250th
By Smithsonian Science Education Center
- Release Date: 2026-03-02
- Genre: Science & Nature Essays
Description
America has long had a reputation as an incubator of major discoveries and world-class talent. Stories of Women in STEAM Innovation: Celebrating America's 250th, contains biographies of 21 brilliant women who have been important figures in the foundation of STEAM in the United States. Additionally, short stories on a timeline highlight over 100 women in American STEAM history. The women profiled in this book overcame hardships to make a difference in the world. They put on lab coats, artist’s smocks, tool belts—and they got to work. As we celebrate America’s 250th anniversary, it’s important to remember—and learn from—the stories of these women who helped shape our country.
