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Junior Explorers: Nature

Junior Explorers: Nature

Explore the Wild Side of Science! Discover the beauty of the outdoors through hands-on exploration of plants, animals, and ecosystems. Through guided activities, develop environmental…
May 2, 2026    
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Putnam Explorers: Nature

Putnam Explorers: Nature

Explore the Wild Side of Science! Discover the beauty of the outdoors through hands-on exploration of plants, animals, and ecosystems. Through guided activities, develop environmental…
May 2, 2026    
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Member Only Special Science Days: Star Wars Day

Member Only Special Science Days: Star Wars Day

Science Awakens Special Science Days: Star Wars Day Monday, May  4  |   3 pm - 5 pm Member Exclusive Event May the fourth be with…
May 4, 2026    
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Putnam Palooza '26

Putnam Palooza '26

Putnam's Community Block Party 2026! Plan to join us for our second annual Putnam Palooza, presented by Arconic! Putnam Palooza '26 will be filled with…
May 9, 2026    
10:00 am - 9:00 pm
Kinder Explorers: Nature

Kinder Explorers: Nature

Explore the Wild Side of Science! Discover the beauty of the outdoors through hands-on exploration of plants, animals, and ecosystems. Through guided activities, develop environmental…
May 16, 2026    
10:00 am - 11:00 am
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Putnam Palooza community event Saturday, May 9, 2026.

Putnam Palooza 2026

Putnam’s Community Block Party 2026! Plan to join us for our second annual Putnam Palooza, presented by Arconic! Putnam Palooza ’26 will be filled with…

48 Hour Film Challenge at the Putnam Museum

48-Hour Film Challenge

Make A GIANT Film In Only Two Days! Are you a film maker looking for a challenge, an opportunity to create an amazing film in…

Davenport Civil Rights Trolley Tour

Davenport Civil Rights Trolley Tour

Learn About Davenport Civil Rights on a Trolley Tour! The Davenport Civil Rights Trolley Tour is led by Ryan Saddler, the Chief Executive Officer at…

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The Putnam Museum will

CLOSE EARLY ON APRIL 18.

We will close early Saturday, April 18 at 3 pm for a private event. Join us Sunday for regular hours.

Please Note: The Museum & Science Center will be closed today due to inclement weather

We plan resume normal hours on Tuesday (3/17). Thank you for your patience, understanding and continued support!

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