Founded in 1999 as a High Scope community project for a teacher consultant in training, the initiative has grown as one of several under the non-profit (501c3), Authentic Learning Alliance. The initiative now has over 4000 sq. ft. of warehouse space, a retail site (plus several satellite sites), several pick-up vehicles and numerous volunteers.

ALA Mission Statement

Help create, support and facilitate active, authentic learning environments
and encourage learners to fully explore their world,
think critically and creatively, find their best learning styles
and embrace life-long learning.