Space Day At The Putnam
Adventure Awaits! Join us for Space Day at the Putnam! Along with all the museum's regular exhibits and experiences, enjoy special space-themed activities, explore Apollo-era…
I AM disABLED
Celebrating Talent Beyond Labels I AM disABLEd follows nine youth with disabilities as they stage the musical Seussical, stepping into the spotlight and proving their…
I AM disABLED
Celebrating Talent Beyond Labels I AM disABLEd follows nine youth with disabilities as they stage the musical Seussical, stepping into the spotlight and proving their…
History on Tap: Searching for Black Hawk
Searching for Black Hawk: Sorting Fact from Fiction Every third Thursday, we’ll be serving up fascinating talks on a variety of topics, all while you…
Legacy of Land Exhibit Preview
Be Among the First to Experience Legacy of Land Join us for an exclusive preview of Legacy of Land: Treaties and the Shaping of America,…
Davenport Civil Rights Bicycle Tour
The Davenport Civil Rights Bicycle Tour is led by Ryan Saddler, the Chief Executive Officer of Friends of MLK. Created in partnership with the Davenport…
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…
Dreamcatcher with Leland Faulkner
Native American Storytelling with Leland Faulkner Friday, September 25 5 PM | Get Your Tickets Now! Join us for an unforgettable evening with acclaimed Native…
Lost Nation: The Ioway Part 2 Screening
History Remembered: The Ioway Experience Saturday, September 26 2 PM | Get Your Tickets Now! Lost Nation: The Ioway Part 2 is a powerful documentary from…
Red Earth Nation: Book Talk & Signing
The Meskwaki Story: Past, Present, and Future Thursday, October 1 | 6 - 8 PM FREE Join us for an evening with historian and author…
This is the Route of My Forefathers: Book Talk & Signing
Book Talk with Dr. William Green Saturday, October 3 | 6 - 8 PM FREE Join Dr. William Green, author of "This Is the Route…
Jurassic Park: Mystery Science Theater 200 Mil. BCE
Hold Onto Your Fossils! A One-of-a-Kind Movie Riffing Experience at the Putnam Museum Join the Putnam Museum & Science Center for a wildly entertaining special…
Davenport Civil Rights Bicycle Tour
The Davenport Civil Rights Bicycle Tour is led by Ryan Saddler, the Chief Executive Officer of Friends of MLK. Created in partnership with the Davenport…
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…
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…
Storytelling & Drumming
Native American Storytelling and Drumming Join Larry Lockwood of the Northern Cheyenne Nation for an engaging presentation of Native American storytelling and drumming. Through traditional…
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…
History on Tap: Clothing and Identity in Portraits of Black Hawk
Clothing and Identity in Portraits of Black Hawk Every third Thursday, we’ll be serving up fascinating talks on a variety of topics, all while you…
