ASTC

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The main page of the ASTC site introduces the main navigational elements as well as featured "What's New" area. This flexible design allows ASTC to more effectively reach their 500 plus members and the public.

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The Association of Science-Technology Centers (ASTC) is an organization of science centers and museums dedicated to furthering the public understanding of science.

Straight-forward information design makes the site easy to navigate. The graphic look draws on imagery from ASTC's constituents, promoting science centers as active creative places. Small interactive "exhiblits," placed on the main pages of the site, reflect the curious and playful nature of science centers.  In 2005, the site was named the Best Professional Development Website at the Museums and Web Conference.