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Get exclusive access and benefits for the entire year with a membership.

Help support our mission in bringing engaging opportunities for all.

Bring your talents and time to our team through volunteering.

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Experience all that the Putnam has to offer while having access to perks only available to our valuable members. Benefits include:

  • FREE admission to the Putnam Museum and Science Center.
  • 10% off all Concession Stand and Museum Store purchases.
  • Electronic guest or theater passes.*
  • Discounts for programs and events, plus invitations to exclusive events.
  • FREE or discounted admission to over 290 Museums and Science Centers across the U.S. through the Association of Science-Technology Centers (ASTC) Passport Program. 
  • And MORE! Contact Nancy Calzada at ncalzada@putnam.org for a comprehensive list.

Family Membership (Two Adults, 3 Youth) 
– $100/1 year
– $185/2 years
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Additional youth or caregivers are $10 each per year.
Upgrade to a Moviegoers Membership for additional theater tickets.*

Duo Membership (1 Adult and 1 Youth OR 2 Adults)
– $80/1 year
– $150/2 years
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Individual Membership (One Adult) 
– $55/1 year
– $100/2 years
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Add-On a Smithsonian Magazine subscription for only $15.**
Seniors, students, military, and educators are eligible for membership discounts.**

QC FunBundle Purchase >>
The QC FunBundle offers membership to the Niabi Zoo, Quad City Botanical Center, and Putnam Museum and Science Center for 2 adults and 4 children.
– $234/year
– $300/year for exclusive perks!

 

Did you know? You can split your membership payment up quarterly or monthly. A monthly family membership to the Putnam is only $8.34/month with this option! That’s the price of two coffees for unlimited access to our general admission exhibits, discounts in the store and at the concession stand, on documentary tickets and more!

At this time monthly and quarterly payment options are only available for Family and Moviegoer memberships.**

 

*Theater tickets are for daily documentaries only, not for special event feature length films. 
**Purchase in-person or contact Nancy Calzada at ncalzada@putnam.org to access these offers.


Some items excluded and some restrictions apply.
Call 563-324-1933 to learn more.

For up-to-date information about programs and events, please check our Facebook and Events page.

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Upcoming Events

Fab Lab
December 12, 2024
12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Arctic: Our Frozen Planet
December 12, 2024
2:00 pm - 2:45 pm
T. Rex
December 12, 2024
3:00 pm - 3:45 pm

Please Note: The Museum & Science Center will be closed for maintenance, cleaning, and updates January 8 -12.

We will resume normal hours on Saturday (1/13). Thank you for your patience, understanding and continued support!

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