December Discovery Dome
Learn about space like never before! Enter into an immersive, inflatable planetarium where you can kick back and enjoy 360-degree films that explore topics like…
Discovery Dome: To the Moon, and Beyond!
Learn about space like never before! Enter into an immersive, inflatable planetarium where you can kick back and enjoy 360-degree films that explore topics like…
Discovery Dome: The Solar System's Boundaries
Learn about the solar system like never before! Enter into an immersive, inflatable planetarium! Kick back and enjoy 360-degree films that explore topics like the…
Discovery Dome: To the Moon, and Beyond!
Learn about space like never before! Enter into an immersive, inflatable planetarium where you can kick back and enjoy 360-degree films that explore topics like…
Discovery Dome: The Solar System's Boundaries
Learn about the solar system like never before! Enter into an immersive, inflatable planetarium! Kick back and enjoy 360-degree films that explore topics like the…
The Best Christmas Pageant Ever
Silent night. Hold on tight. The Herdmans are absolutely the worst kids in the history of the world. They lie, they steal, they bully... and…
FunBundle Friday
On FunBundle Friday, you can use discount code DECFUN to get 25% OFF your FunBundle, or visit us in person to enter to win a…
National Lampoon's 21+ Christmas Party
‘Tis the Season for Good Spirits & Good Company Kick off the holiday season with an adults-only night at the Putnam Museum! From 5:00 to…
Polar Express Pajama Party
All Aboard the QC Holiday Tradition! The beloved Polar Express Pajama Party tradition is back at the Putnam! Plan to join us for four days…
Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer
Celebrate the Season with Rudolph! Join Rudolph at the North Pole for a day full of winter fun! Campers will enjoy reindeer games, snowy crafts, and delicious…
Santa's Workshop
Try your hand at toy making! Strap on your elf hat and let's get creative! Together we will dive into the history of elves, try…
Festive Fun: Relief Printing
Design One-of-a-Kind Prints! Calling all 6-8th graders! Tis the season for festive fun! Join us at the Putnam for a creative, chill, experience and create…
Cardboard Creations: Gingerbread Houses
Craft, Create, Collaborate! Calling all creative cookies! In this festive workshop, kids will design their own cardboard gingerbread houses and team up to build a…
Elf on the Shelf Workshop
Become an Honorary Elf! Get ready for a day full of holiday fun and elf-sized mischief at the North Pole! Campers will step into Santa’s…
Putnam Press
Experience the Magic of Screen Printing! Add some sparkle to your holidays! Experience the magic of screen printing in this festive workshop as students learn…
Icy Monsters
Track Down the Abominable Snowman! Look out! Is that a Yeti? The Abominable Snowman may be roaming the museum! Look for clues to track icy…
Putnam Winter Olympics
Become an Olympic Athlete! Become an Olympic Athlete for a day at the Putnam Winter Olympic Games. Transform your winter break into an unforgettable experience…
Teddy Bear Storytime
Stories, Crafts, and Discovery! Snuggle up with your favorite teddy and join us in the Putnam Museum's Hall of Mammals for a cozy morning of…
Tech Toys
Coding, 3D Printing, Tech Fun - oh my! Back for a second season! Get ready for coding, 3D printing, and a day full of technology…
Winter Wonder
Where Curiosity Melts Winter Mysteries! Have you ever wondered why all snowflakes look different? How much power it would take for reindeer to pull a…
Snow Day!
Celebrate the Magic of Winter! Celebrate the magic of winter—no boots or mittens required! After a cozy story time, little learners will explore snowy STEAM…
Brain Freeze
Explore Freezing Temperatures! Get ready to explore freezing temperatures and the ultimate freeze! Make ice cream, complete puzzles and games, experiment, and discover the science…
Frozen Camp
Journey through Arendelle! Step into a world of icy wonder and magical adventures at Frozen Camp! Inspired by Disney’s beloved Frozen movies, campers will journey through the…
Little New Years Eve Party
Ring in the New Year! Countdown to midnight… a little early! Families will enjoy a festive story before crafting colorful confetti poppers, noisemakers, and sparkling…
Snowy Science
Science Doesn’t Take a Snow Day! Calling all chemistry enthusiasts! Don't let the break from science class get you down. Come along as we dive…
Ice Age Adventures
Step Back in Time! Step back in time to discover the mighty creatures of the Ice Age! Families will enjoy a prehistoric story and then…
Discovery Dome: Flight Adventures
Learn about flight like never before! Enter into an immersive, inflatable planetarium where you can kick back and enjoy 360-degree films that explore topics like…
Discovery Dome: Magnetism
Learn about magnets like never before! Enter into an immersive, inflatable planetarium where you can kick back and enjoy 360-degree films that explore topics like…
Discovery Dome: Flight Adventures
Learn about flight like never before! Enter into an immersive, inflatable planetarium where you can kick back and enjoy 360-degree films that explore topics like…
Discovery Dome: Magnetism
Learn about magnets like never before! Enter into an immersive, inflatable planetarium where you can kick back and enjoy 360-degree films that explore topics like…
Chemistry For Kids: January Workshop
Stop In and Experiment With an Expert Join us for our Chemistry For Kids program, on January 24th at 2pm. Dr. Andy Axup, from St. Ambrose…
Discovery Dome: Two Small Pieces of Glass
Through the Telescope: A Cosmic Journey The film is a visually stunning chronicle of the history of the telescope from the time of Galileo, its…
Discovery Dome: Saturn
Learn about Saturn like never before! Enter into an immersive, inflatable planetarium where you can kick back and enjoy 360-degree films that explore topics like…
Discovery Dome: Two Small Pieces of Glass
Through the Telescope: A Cosmic Journey The film is a visually stunning chronicle of the history of the telescope from the time of Galileo, its…
Discovery Dome: Saturn
Learn about Saturn like never before! Enter into an immersive, inflatable planetarium where you can kick back and enjoy 360-degree films that explore topics like…
Time Travelers Ball: Tunes Through Time 2026 Gala
A Musical Journey Through the Ages! Join us for an evening that hits all the right notes, as we celebrate the Putnam Collection. Select from…
Chemistry For Kids: February Workshop
Stop In and Experiment With an Expert Join us for our Chemistry For Kids program, on February 28th at 2pm. Dr. Andy Axup, from St.…
Chemistry For Kids: March Workshop
Stop In and Experiment With an Expert Join us for our Chemistry For Kids program, on March 28th at 2pm. Dr. Andy Axup, from St.…
Chemistry For Kids: April Workshop
Stop In and Experiment With an Expert Join us for our Chemistry For Kids program, on April 25th at 2pm. Dr. Andy Axup, from St.…
Putnam Palooza '26
Putnam's Community Block Party 2026! Plan to join us for our second annual Putnam Palooza! Putnam Palooza '26 will be filled with community partners, cultural…
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.…
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…
