About Cornerstones of Science

Mission

Cornerstones of Science works with libraries creating experiences of science that spark curiosity and foster a deeper connection to the world around us.

Vision

Our vision is that children, teens, and adults in Cornerstones of Science communities share a passion for science and are inquisitive about the world around them.

Our Founder, Lee Grodzins (MIT Physics Professor Emeritus), and his Vision for Cornerstones of Science

Watch Lee Grodzins lay out a powerful vision for libraries — in small towns and cities of millions — to house science centers whose fundamental objective is to enhance a curiosity for science.