Head to the Science Center for Hands-On Fun
The Putnam Museum’s Science Center offers an inspiring, hands-on experience for everyone. Visitors can play a laser harp, create a cloud, and discover the power of wind…all at the Putnam!
The Putnam Science Center is part of the museum’s focus on science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) education, and supports national and statewide efforts to increase STEM skills through a variety of hands-on stations.
Visitors of all ages will not only learn concepts and make connections to STEM careers, but will have fun exploring together!
Our Science Center Exhibits
Dino Dig
Are you ready to unleash your inner paleontologist? Look no further than our outdoor dino dig park at the Putnam Museum!
Family Discovery Center
A warm, inviting space designed to strengthen family connections through shared exploration, play, and discovery.
Quad City Innovators
Quad City Innovators, our new exhibit, will share the incredible stories of these innovators, inventors, and trailblazers through hands-on interactives and fun learning experiences.
Science in Action
Discover, Build, and Explore Science comes to life in Science in Action, the Putnam Museum’s interactive hands-on science center where curiosity fuels discovery. Designed for…
Science in Art
Learn about how artists harness natural forces and science in the creative process!
Science in Space
Boldly go and explore the wonders of the universe through a scientific lens at The Putnam’s “Science of Space” Exhibit.
Please Note:
The Dino Dig is open when weather permits.
