At Girl Scouts – Diamonds, we take the important task of introducing STEM topics to girls to the next level with our focus on STEAM programming. Our STEAM Center events give girls hands-on opportunities to incorporate Art into Science, Technology, Engineering and Math.
The STEAM Center at Burnham Woods is located at the Girl Scouts – Diamonds Midwest Region property in Fort Smith and is a place where girls can discover and explore their STEAM passions through hands-on, learning-by-doing activities in a girl-focused, girl-led environment. The STEAM Center is led by the STEAM Center manager, along with a STEAM activities leader and interns from the local university, who host STEAM-focused programs and badge workshops, as well as training for leaders.
Pardon our mess at Burnham Woods!
Exciting things are happening at Burnham Woods in Fort Smith. Renovations are now underway at Kelley Cabin and our future Arts Building (formerly the office).
We’re committed to keeping the STEAM Center open and accessible throughout this project. You can continue making reservations through our reservation management system as usual. A property technician will reach out within 7 days of your scheduled visit to walk you through check-in/check-out procedures and any construction-related updates.
Learn more about the project and our safety precautions in the drop-down menu below.
When girls participate in Girl Scout STEM programs, they benefit in four important ways.
STEM Interest
Girls are excited about STEM subjects and want to learn more about them.
STEM Confidence
Girls have confidence in their STEM skills and abilities.
STEM Competence
Girls think scientifically to solve problems.
STEM Value
Girls learn the importance and relevance of STEM to people and society.
