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Travel to Japan 2027 Informational Meeting

Travel to Japan 2027 Informational Meeting

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…
May 20, 2026    
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Chemistry For Kids: May Workshop

Chemistry For Kids: May Workshop

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.…
May 23, 2026    
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Pre-K Story Time: Diary of a Worm

Pre-K Story Time: Diary of a Worm

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,…
May 27, 2026    
10:15 am - 11:15 am
Putnam Museum Guild Mystery Trip

Putnam Museum Guild Mystery Trip

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…
June 5, 2026    
7:00 am - 8:00 pm
Dino Days 2026

Dino Days 2026

Save the Date! Join us for a prehistoric adventure at Putnam's Dino Days! Get ready to roar with excitement as you meet a Paleontologist, uncover…
August 15, 2026 - August 16, 2026    
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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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