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Putnam Explorers: Nature


May 2, 2026    

10:00 am – 12:00 pm

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…

Junior Explorers: Nature


May 2, 2026    

10:00 am – 12:00 pm

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…

Member Only Special Science Days: Star Wars Day


May 4, 2026    

3:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Science Awakens Special Science Days: Star Wars Day Monday, May  4  |   3 pm – 5 pm Member Exclusive Event May the fourth be with…

Putnam Palooza '26


May 9, 2026    

10:00 am – 9:00 pm

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…

Kinder Explorers: Nature


May 16, 2026    

10:00 am – 11:00 am

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…

Travel to Japan 2027 Informational Meeting


May 20, 2026    

5:30 pm – 7:00 pm

Travel to Japan with the Putnam Museum Wednesday, May 20 5:30 pm  |  Putnam Museum Have you ever dreamed of traveling to Japan? Join the…

History On Tap: Iowa Juneteenth


May 21, 2026    

5:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Every third Thursday, we’ll be serving up fascinating talks on a variety of topics, all while you enjoy a cold brew or your favorite beverage.

Chemistry For Kids: May Workshop


May 23, 2026    

2:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Stop In and Experiment With an Expert Join us for our Chemistry For Kids program, on May 23rd at 2pm. Dr. Andy Axup, from St.…

Pre-K Story Time: Diary of a Worm


May 27, 2026    

10:15 am – 11:15 am

Wiggly, Wonderful Worms Diary of a Worm by Doreen Cronin Dive underground with Diary of a Worm, a funny and relatable favorite. After the story,…

Putnam Museum Guild Mystery Trip


June 5, 2026    

7:00 am – 8:00 pm

Mystery Awaits! Join the Putnam Museum Guild for an exciting full-day Mystery Trip filled with discovery, great company, and delightful surprises! The day begins with…

Events on May 2, 2026

Putnam Explorers: Nature


May 2, 2026  

10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Junior Explorers: Nature


May 2, 2026  

10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Events on May 4, 2026

Member Only Special Science Days: Star Wars Day


May 4, 2026  

3:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Events on May 9, 2026

Putnam Palooza '26


May 9, 2026  

10:00 am – 9:00 pm

Events on May 16, 2026

Kinder Explorers: Nature


May 16, 2026  

10:00 am – 11:00 am

Events on May 20, 2026

Travel to Japan 2027 Informational Meeting


May 20, 2026  

5:30 pm – 7:00 pm

Events on May 21, 2026

History On Tap: Iowa Juneteenth


May 21, 2026  

5:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Events on May 23, 2026

Chemistry For Kids: May Workshop


May 23, 2026  

2:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Events on May 27, 2026

Pre-K Story Time: Diary of a Worm


May 27, 2026  

10:15 am – 11:15 am

Events on June 5, 2026

Putnam Museum Guild Mystery Trip


June 5, 2026  

7:00 am – 8:00 pm








Upcoming Events at the Putnam

Junior Explorers: Nature
2 May 26
10:05 am
Putnam Explorers: Nature
2 May 26
10:05 am
Putnam Palooza '26
9 May 26
10:05 am
Kinder Explorers: Nature
16 May 26
10:05 am

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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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