At the Steam Plant we offer unique learning and connective experiences for students of all ages and backgrounds. From exploring the plant’s history, participating in historic and collective preservation, to envisioning the future, we invite you to join us in this journey. 

S.H.T.E.A.M. PROGRAMS:

  • SHTEAM PUNKS

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    SHTEAM Punks are creatives exploring at the intersection of SHTEAM (Science, History, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics). As collaborative problem-solvers, they actively seek out new ideas, methodologies, and materials. Your work is innovative and often unconventional, paving the way towards new experiences and future landscapes.

    The team at the Georgetown Steam Plant is committed to supporting young creatives actively searching for the perfect place to showcase their original works, and to align them with our annual Science Fair.

    More than just a building, the Georgetown Steam Plant is an experience. Often referred to as the industrial cathedral, its unique architecture and rich history provides the perfect backdrop to showcase the bold, and forward thinking work of the next generation of SHTEAM enthusiasts.

    What are you and your friends working on?

    Schedule a planning Session

  • Teen Internship

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    The Georgetown Steam Plant is undergoing an exciting transformation. Tasked with a 60 year lease, the team at the Georgetown Steam Plant CDA (Community Development Authority) are stewarding its transition from a retired industrial powerhouse into a unique event space for future generations to experience and explore.

    If you’re a high school student (grades 9-12) looking to earn your community service hours at the Georgetown Steam Plant, we invite you to join us on this journey.

    AREAS OF FOCUS:

    Historic Preservation & Documentation:

    Help preserve and catalog artifacts, manage our vintage tool library, and contribute to the revitalization of this industrial icon.

    Event Planning & Execution:

    Assist in organizing programs like the Georgetown Steam Plant Science Fair and other community events.

    To learn more, we encourage you to apply for our Teen Intern Program:

    Schedule Service Hours

  • Youth Field Trips

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    Step into history and innovation at the Georgetown Steam Plant, where students in grades 6-12 can explore the intersections of Science, History, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math (SHTEAM) through an immersive, hands-on experience.

    AREAS OF INTEREST:

    Historical Significance:

    -The history of industrialization in Seattle

    -The role of the Steam Plant in powering the city

    Environmental Impact:

    -The environmental consequences of industrialization

    -The evolution of energy generation and the importance of renewable energy

    Arts and Culture:

    -The cultural significance of the Steam Plant as a historical landmark

    -Reimagine the Steam Plant as a community arts and culture hub

    If you are an educator, parent, or part of a youth action group we invite you to experience the industrial cathedral firsthand. Schedule a field trip today!

    Schedule a Field Trip

  • Citizen Science

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     Citizen Science is a collaborative approach to discovery—expanding research, collecting critical data, and advancing solutions beyond what professional scientists can achieve alone.

    Are you a citizen scientist, historian, technologist, engineer, artist, or mathematician passionate about building a more resilient future in the Greater Duwamish Valley? We invite you to share your work, projects, and discoveries with peers and the broader community.

    Let’s collaborate with fellow citizen scientists, community groups, government agencies, and academics to tackle some of the most pressing challenges of the 21st century. We want to hear from you!

     What are you working on? How can we work together?

    Schedule a Meeting