Mariya Skurko-Chan, a museum education specialist, has spent over a decade creating meaningful experiences for audiences of all ages, with a focus on empowering teens and amplifying their voices. Whether inspiring young designers at Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum or guiding teens as they explore civic engagement through the Stories 4-History program, Mariya strives to instill the same confidence that a high school museum experience once sparked in her.
An in-depth look at how the Smithsonian and 4‑H partnership invites youth across the country into museums as learners, creators, and civic changemakers
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