Year: 2023

Back From The Brink

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Saved From Extinction

Experience on the giant screen the remarkable true story of three animal species rescued from the brink of extinction. Meet scientists, park rangers and students working to save endangered animals around the world. Discover how California’s enchanting ‘Channel Island Fox’ is rescued from an invasion of Golden Eagles, the fastest recovery of a species in the history of animal conservation.

Join the former hunters of one of the world’s most endangered primates, the Golden Monkey, now protecting them in the fabled mountains of China’s Yunnan Province. Witness the wondrous migration of the ‘Christmas Island Red Crab,’ and marvel at their recovery from a Crazy Yellow Ant infestation in one of the most successful bio-control experiments ever undertaken.

Join this remarkable and heartfelt adventure to save endangered species around the world as we show that positive change is possible.

 

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Arctic: Our Frozen Planet – 3D

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Take An Epic 3D Adventure

At the very top of the globe lies a spectacular, frozen realm. But don’t be fooled by appearances…this place is not frozen in time. It’s a dynamic ecosystem and for thousands of years its indigenous people and wildlife have found ways to survive and live in harmony with these extremes.

ARCTIC: Our Frozen Planet is a breathtaking expedition across the Earth’s other pole, narrated by Benedict Cumberbatch (Dr. Strange). Viewers will embark on a year-long adventure across the seasons and three continents and be immersed in the astounding world of narwhals, belugas, and polar bears as they navigate ice floes. You’ll hear the thunderous sound of stampeding caribou and muskox trying to escape hungry wolves and you’ll be amazed by hooded seals that blow up red balloons and ice-covered bumblebees that emerge glorious from their winter lairs.

As the planet’s climate is experiencing rapid changes, so is the Arctic. But the changes in the Arctic are happening faster and more dramatically than anywhere else. Can it keep pace? Join scientist Eric Regehr (Principal Research Specialist at the University of Washington) and polar bear specialist Alun Hubbard (Fiel-Glaciologist) in their journey across the arctic.

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JDC – Birdies for Charity

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Giving Donations A Boost

Every year, the John Deere Classic sponsors Birdies for Charity, a giving program that allows donors to either make a pledge of at least a penny per birdie scored at the golf tournament or a one-time flat donation.

The Classic will pass along 100% of your contribution to the Putnam and will add a bonus check of between 5% and 10%, making the impact of your gift even greater. 

You can request a pledge form from the Putnam beginning in April of each year. Forms must typically be submitted by mid to late June and must include our correct birdie number to designate funds to the Putnam.

OUR BIRDIES NUMBER #595

For more information, please contact Betsy Matt Turner, Vice President of Strategic  Advancement, at 563-336-7303 or bturner@putnam.org.

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Business Sponsorship

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Partner With Purpose

The Putnam works closely with local businesses to bring unique exhibitions, films, and special-interest programming to life.

Join us as we plan and deliver relevant exhibits, lifelong learning opportunities, self-discovery and engaging events to the Quad Cities community and beyond. Your support allows us to do the
important work that we do!

Why Partner With the Putnam?

Here are a few reasons why businesses, organizations, and individuals love to sponsor Putnam events, exhibits, and outreach:

  • Recognition & enhanced corporate image
  • Invest in future workforce of the QCA
  • Special added bonuses for employees
  • Invest in science and culture
  • Model generosity to fellow Quad Citizens

Interested in sponsoring part of the Putnam experience?

Email Rachael Mullins, our President/CEO or call 563-336-7310.

Modern Woodman
Galaxy One
Bush Construction
Quad City Bank and Trust
Bitco Insurance Companies

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Community Access Fund

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Expanding Access For All

The Community Access Fund ensures that ALL children have access to the Putnam—regardless of their financial status. A donation allows us to reach underserved audiences that would not generally be able to enjoy a visit to the museum, expanding access to the museum. Thanks to your investment, we can foster inquisitiveness, promote creativity, and advance understanding. Here are a few illustrations of what we can do with this funding:

 

    • Welcome entire classrooms of kids from historically under-resourced schools to our week-long IMMERSE program to learn about their community, their world, and their future.

    • Host camps that encourage kids to experience STEM and explore our history and culture. 

    • Subsidize the cost of admission through the Museums For All program, widening our reach to underserved populations.

Complete a Community Access Pledge Form

For more information, please contact Betsy Matt Turner, Vice President of Strategic Advancement, at 563-336-7303 or bturner@putnam.org. 

Donate Today!

Legacy Giving

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Giving For Years To Come

By making a legacy gift, you will help ensure the vitality of the Putnam for generations to come, while often receiving tax benefits and, in some cases, income for life. Legacy giving options include:

  • Gifts made through wills
  • Gifts of life insurance
  • Gifts of retirement plan assets
  • Gifts of stock
  • Charitable gift annuities, which, in addition to advancing the Putnam’s mission, can provide you with an ongoing stream of income.  

We’d be happy to work with you and your financial advisor. For more information or to let us know that you’ve already included the Putnam in your plans, please contact Betsy Matt Turner, Vice President of Strategic Advancement, at 563-336-7303 or bturner@putnam.org.

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Annual Meeting

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Held on the last Thursday of May, the Guild’s annual meeting  is a luncheon to remember. It includes wonderful food, entertainment, reports from the President and CEO of the Putnam, the installation of officers, and a re-cap of another successful year.

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Special Projects

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The Putnam Museum Guild provides volunteer support to the museum. Projects range from preparing quarterly and special mailings to assisting with membership duties. Volunteering as a member of the Guild is an important means of advancing the work of the Putnam Museum and Science Center.

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Monthly Meeting and Tea

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Join Us For Enrichment!

The Guild meets monthly for a special, behind-the-scenes update on the activities of the Putnam Museum and Science Center. During an enlightening program by an expert presenter cookies and refreshments are served.
Join The Guild

Upcoming Events

Education Camp Assistant

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Help Lead Fun & Learning

Our popular camp programs are a great opportunity for volunteers who enjoy spending time with small groups of kids. Camp themes range from Harry Potter and Zombie Survival to butterflies, the human body, and engineering. Volunteers—working alongside Putnam educators—help make the camp experience special for our young campers by providing assistance with themed activities, assisting staff with preparation of materials, managing the check-in process, and supervising lunch and break-time activities. 

Ideal camp volunteers enjoy working with children, variety and can handle multiple environments (outdoors, museum exhibit halls, classrooms, etc.). Camps run during school breaks. Commitment for the duration of the camp is preferred, but not required. Shifts are weekdays from 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. and/or 1– 4 p.m. Volunteers are also needed to assist with before care (8–9 a.m., M–F) and after care (4–5 p.m., M–F) for campers who join us for an extended day.

Not volunteered with the Putnam before?

Click the button below to fill out the volunteer application form, disclosure form, and authorization form. For questions and further information, please contact our volunteer coordinator, Christie Mosier, at CMosier@putnam.org.

Apply to Volunteer