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The Bakken Museum’s mission is to further the understanding of the history, cultural context and applications of electricity and magnetism in the life sciences and their benefits to contemporary society. Our ultimate goal is to inspire youth to pursue a life in science for the benefit of humanity.

The Edison Institute does business as "The Henry Ford."  Its mission is to provide unique educational experiences based on authentic objects, stories and lives from America's traditions of ingenuity, resourcefulness, and innovation. Its purpose is to inspire people to learn from these traditions to help shape a better future.    

The Connecticut Audubon Society conserves Connecticut’s environment through science-based education and advocacy focused on the state’s bird populations and habitats. Founded in 1898, the Connecticut Audubon Society operates nature facilities in Fairfield, Milford, Glastonbury, Pomfret, Hampton, and Sherman, a center in Old Lyme, and an EcoTravel office in Essex. Connecticut Audubon manages 20 wildlife sanctuaries encompassing almost 3,300 acres of open space in Connecticut, and educates over 200,000 children and adults annually. Connecticut Audubon is an independent organization, not affiliated with any national or governmental group. Connecticut Audubon Society’s scientists, educators, citizen scientists, and volunteers work to preserve birds and their environments in Connecticut. Our work includes sanctuary management, advocacy, environmental education and activities at our centers, scientific studies, and our annual Connecticut State of the Birds report.

To explore the High Desert\u2019s unique landscape, cultures, wildlife, history and arts, connecting our visitors to the past and helping them discover their role in the present and responsibility to the future. \n\nA multidisciplinary educational institution, the Museum promotes a balanced awareness of regional issues and inspires personal exploration and learning through fun, engaging and evocative exhibits, programs, educational classes, excursions, and special events. Programs are consistent with the Museum\u0027s leadership role as a partner with elementary, secondary, and higher education efforts and as a partner with regional and community organizations.

FOTO's commitment is in helping the Griffith Observatory remain a vital community centerpiece of learning, exploration and inspiration and to continue to bring astronomy to life for millions of visitors.

Mission: Our mission is to inspire the innovator in everyone. Vision: Our vision is to become a resource for innovation.  

To provide bayfront sanctuaries connecting people with air plants of the world, native nature, and our regional history.

TO CONDUCT EDUCATIONAL AND FUNDRAISING EVENTS TO ASSIST WITH OPERATIONAL AND MAINTENANCE COST OF THE DEPOT FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE COMMUNITY.