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Karen Wilkinson
Director, The Tinkering Studio™
Karen Wilkinson is the Director of the Tinkering Studio at the Exploratorium, promoting tinkering and making as a valuable approach to learning.
She advocates for studio pedagogy and believes in the power of hands-on thinking.
With a background in environmental design, Karen has a deep passion for museums as spaces for experiential learning.
Her academic journey includes a Master's Degree from Harvard University Graduate School of Education and a Bachelor's Degree from Minneapolis College of Art and Design.
Prior to her current role, Karen served as a Content Developer at the Science Museum of Minnesota.