Curiosity and Learning Conference

STEAM Education Un-Conference: Curiosity and Learning

Join educators for an innovative STEAM education conference at Boston University. Hands-on workshops, expert faculty engagement, and interactive learning stations.

Discover the power of STEAM education at the Curiosity and Learning Conference, a unique un-conference hosted by Boston University’s Wheelock College of Education & Human Development. This immersive professional development event transforms traditional learning through hands-on experiences and collaborative exploration.

Highlights

  • Interactive STEAM learning stations
  • Direct engagement with BU Wheelock faculty
  • Networking with community educators
  • Research-based approaches inspired by David and Frances Hawkins
  • Professional development for educators across all grade levels
  • Museum and family childcare provider stations

Event Details

Date: TBD (Spring 2026) If you would like to receive an email when tickets go on sale add your info here!

Time: 9 am–1 pm

Location: BU Faculty of Computing & Data Sciences (17th Floor), 665 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston, Mass., Google map

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About the Curiosity and Learning Conference

Inspired by the education philosophy of David and Frances Hawkins, the Curiosity and Learning Conference at Boston University Wheelock College of Education & Human Development offers enriching professional development to educators, from schools at all grade levels, museums, and family child care providers.  This event provides an opportunity to practice many ways to nurture curiosity and wonder in ourselves and our students.

Photos from our 2025 Curiosity and Learning Conference

For more information about the Curiosity and Learning Conference, contact: TJ McKenna, tmckenna@bu.edu