Science Art Fusion with a Community Focus

Science to Street Art is a collaborative initiative that aims to visually inspire Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math (STEAM) education and careers through the innovative planning, design and management of public spaces known as Placemaking.

The initiative is two-fold:

  • the creation of science civic art spotlighting graffiti and hip-hop art forms
  • a festival of Madison Metropolitan School District workshops and Community Activities connecting street art to science curriculum and story

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“I’m not saying I’m gonna change the world, but I guarantee that I will spark the brain that will change the world..”

Tupac Shakur

Accessible Science & Art

  • The first university-driven science public art initiative
  • Pairing scientists with street artists creating permanent installations annually
  • Leveraging science capitol in partnership with creative placemaking
  • Utilizing public art to advance visual science teaching and science festivals
  • Redefining community belonging to science

News

  • Mel Hammond portrait

Mel Hammond Uses Science to Shape Her Stories

August 13th, 2026|

WID’s new Writer in Residence, Mel Hammond, is passionate about capturing accurate scientific information and weaving it into YA books using language that feels credible and meaningful to young audiences. Her work shows how science can shape a story, deepen curiosity, and help young readers see the world in new ways.

  • WSF 2026 Theme logo depicting a magnifying glass examining the genome with a human looking on from the side. The entire motif is set on a galaxy to depict the vastness of the human experience.

Wisconsin Science Festival Explores What Makes Us Human

April 24th, 2026|

The Wisconsin Science Festival has officially kicked off its 2026 season with the unveiling of this year’s theme, Us. Turning the focus inward, this year’s feature explores the science of who we are, what it means to be human, and what we are capable of. Event host registration is now open, and the festival will take place October 15–25, 2026.