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Explore the Colorful World of Kaleidoscopes!

Ever wonder how a kaleidoscope turns simple beads into colorful masterpieces? It’s not magic – it’s science! In this hands-on camp, campers will explore the colorful world of optics, reflection, and color. We will bridge the gap between science and art by creating our own working kaleidoscopes, explore color mixing, and build our own unique masterpieces.

June 22 – 26
Full-Day Camp  |  9am – 4pm
Students going into 4th – 6th Grade

Full Day Summer Camps are $275 per week, members receive 20% off. 

Contact Molly Franklin at mfranklin@putnam.org or (563) 336-7290 with any questions.


You can find other summer camp programs at the Putnam here.

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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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