Haunted History

Discover the QC's paranormal past with guided flashlight tours Oct. 25 & 26
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Back From The Brink 3D opening Nov. 2!

Three species are saved from extinction in the newest GIANT Screen movie!
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Start a chain reaction!

Rube Goldberg™, The World of Hilarious Invention! exhibit is NOW OPEN!
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Relive the first manned mission to the moon!

Travel back in time with Apollo 11: First Steps Edition on the GIANT Screen!
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Whether you’re 2 or 92, there’s always something new to discover at the Putnam!

The Putnam is a place where people connect with history and ideas by doing, making and experiencing. Our classes and special events are a great complement to our hands-on exhibit galleries. There is always something new to discover and something for everyone at the Putnam.
 
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    Can You Find the 13 Ghosts of the Quad Cities?

    The River, Prairie and People exhibit is packed with Quad Cities history — and a spooky surprise for the month of October! LEARN MORE
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    Celebrate 50 years since the Lunar Landing!

    Experience the Apollo 11 mission through found footage with the newest GIANT Screen movie! LEARN MORE
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    Preserving the Past, Funding the Future

    Swill some hooch, devour hors d’oeuvres and Lindy Hop the night away during a ‘20s-themed Putnam Gala! LEARN MORE
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    Your best friends are real-life superheroes!

    Discover Superpower Dogs 3D on the GIANT Screen! LEARN MORE
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