SOLAR ECLIPSE CELEBRATION

Solar Eclipse viewing party at the Putnam Museum in Davenport, IA.
When
April 8, 2024
10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Event Type

A Celestial Celebration!

We are excited to invite you to witness the spectacular solar eclipse at the Putnam Museum. Join us Monday, April 8 for a special event filled with engaging activities and a captivating movie experience in our Discovery Dome. We will have eclipse viewing glasses available for sale, for the main event. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to witness the beauty of the solar eclipse in a safe and educational environment. Mark your calendars and join us at the Putnam Museum for an unforgettable celestial experience.

Monday, April 8
Activities in the Grand Lobby from 10-2pm

12:48 pm – Safely start viewing partial eclipse (outside)
2:03 pm – Peak of the Eclipse
3:17 pm – End of the Eclipse

Totality Film Showtimes
Monday, April 8 

(Shown in the Discovery Dome – in the Ed Flex 1)

Totality Dome Show @ 10:15-10:45
Totality Dome Show @ 11-11:30
Totality Dome Show @ 12- 12:30

FREE with Museum Admission

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The Putnam Museum will be

CLOSED FOR EASTER

We will close early Saturday, April 4 at 3 pm for a private event. Also we will be closed Sunday, April 5 for the Easter Holiday. Join us Monday 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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