Putnam Palooza '26
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…
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…
History On Tap: Iowa Juneteenth
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
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
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
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…
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, come…
Pre-K Story Time: If You Happen to Have a Dinosaur
Dinosaur Discoveries If You Happen to Have a Dinosaur by Linda Bailey Stomp into story time with If You Happen to Have a Dinosaur! Young…
Smithsonian Lecture
Between Hope and History: Curating America at 250 with Dr. Abeer Saha As the nation approaches its 250th anniversary, the Smithsonian Institution’s flagship exhibition, "American…
Junior Explorers: Leggo Back to School
Build Smart. Create Big. Start the Year Strong! Kick off the school year with creativity and imagination at Leggo Back to School LEGO Camp! Campers…
Kinder Explorers: Leggo Back to School
Build Smart. Create Big. Start the Year Strong! Kick off the school year with creativity and imagination at Leggo Back to School LEGO Camp! Campers…
Putnam Explorers: Leggo Back to School
Build Smart. Create Big. Start the Year Strong! Kick off the school year with creativity and imagination at Leggo Back to School LEGO Camp! Campers…
Pre-K Story Time: Rosie Revere, Engineer
Think Like an Engineer Rosie Revere, Engineer by Andrea Beaty Be inspired by creativity and perseverance with Rosie Revere, Engineer. After the story, children and…
Junior Explorers: Mysterious Museum
Discover Hidden Treasures! Uncover secrets hidden within the museum through hands-on activities and interactive exploration. Investigate exhibit halls and discover hidden treasures for a thrilling…
Kinder Explorers: Mysterious Museum
Discover Hidden Treasures! Uncover secrets hidden within the museum through hands-on activities and interactive exploration. Investigate exhibit halls and discover hidden treasures for a thrilling…
Putnam Explorers: Mysterious Museum
Discover Hidden Treasures! Uncover secrets hidden within the museum through hands-on activities and interactive exploration. Investigate exhibit halls and discover hidden treasures for a thrilling…
Pre-K Story Time: Pumpkin Jack
Pumpkin Science & Art Pumpkin Jack by Will Hubbell Celebrate the season with Pumpkin Jack, a story about change and growth. Children will create jack-o’-lantern…
Pumpkin Launch 2026
Send Your Jack 'O Lantern Soaring! Are you wondering what to do with that adorable Jack‑O’‑Lantern once Halloween has passed? Wonder no more! The Putnam…
Junior Explorers: Mission to Space
Blast Off Into Space! Take an imaginative journey through the solar system, exploring astronaut training, celestial events, and even alien life. This hands-on experience encourages…
Kinder Explorers: Mission to Space
Blast Off Into Space! Take an imaginative journey through the solar system, exploring astronaut training, celestial events, and even alien life. This hands-on experience encourages…
Putnam Explorers: Mission to Space
Blast Off Into Space! Take an imaginative journey through the solar system, exploring astronaut training, celestial events, and even alien life. This hands-on experience encourages…
Pre-K Story Time: Bear Says Thanks
Sharing & Gratitude Bear Says Thanks by Karma Wilson Gather for a heartwarming story time with Bear Says Thanks, all about kindness and friendship. After…
Polar Express Pajama Party
All Aboard the QC Holiday Tradition! The beloved Polar Express Pajama Party tradition is back at the Putnam for our 20th anniversary! Plan to join…
Junior Explorers: Chemistry
Science in Action! Dive into exciting experiments led by museum educators. Through hands-on activities, kids explore chemical reactions and scientific concepts in a fun, interactive…
Kinder Explorers: Chemistry
Science in Action! Dive into exciting experiments led by museum educators. Through hands-on activities, kids explore chemical reactions and scientific concepts in a fun, interactive…
Putnam Explorers: Chemistry
Science in Action! Dive into exciting experiments led by museum educators. Through hands-on activities, kids explore chemical reactions and scientific concepts in a fun, interactive…
Junior Explorers: Engineering
Explore, Build, and Create! Build simple machines and solve creative challenges. Led by museum educators, these sessions foster curiosity and teamwork in a fun, engaging…
Kinder Explorers: Engineering
Explore, Build, and Create! Build simple machines and solve creative challenges. Led by museum educators, these sessions foster curiosity and teamwork in a fun, engaging…
Putnam Explorers: Engineering
Explore, Build, and Create! Build simple machines and solve creative challenges. Led by museum educators, these sessions foster curiosity and teamwork in a fun, engaging…
Junior Explorers: Robots
Hands-On Robotics and Coding! Program Dash and Dot robots to navigate mazes, complete tasks, and even host a dance party. This hands-on experience sparks creativity…
Kinder Explorers: Robots
Hands-On Robotics and Coding! Program Dash and Dot robots to navigate mazes, complete tasks, and even host a dance party. This hands-on experience sparks creativity…
Putnam Explorers: Robots
Hands-On Robotics and Coding! Program Dash and Dot robots to navigate mazes, complete tasks, and even host a dance party. This hands-on experience sparks creativity…
Junior Explorers: Water
Discover the Power of Water! This STEM‑focused camp dives deep into the science of water. Campers will investigate the water cycle, explore different bodies of…
Kinder Explorers: Water
Discover the Power of Water! This STEM‑focused camp dives deep into the science of water. Campers will investigate the water cycle, explore different bodies of…
Putnam Explorers: Water
Discover the Power of Water! This STEM‑focused camp dives deep into the science of water. Campers will investigate the water cycle, explore different bodies of…
Junior Explorers: Nature
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…
Kinder Explorers: Nature
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…
Putnam Explorers: Nature
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…
