Start your year with hands-on learning during our next Explorers!
What impact do you have on the ocean? You might be surprised to find out! Explore the relationship between humans and creatures of the deep by diving into their underwater ecosystem on Jan. 6.
Meet the Putnam’s resident hermit crabs, learn about light and pressure in the ocean and find out how to protect aquatic life!
Register your children for this class while space is available!
Event Details
DATE/TIME: Saturday, Jan. 6, 9-11 a.m.
COST: Explorers (Grades 2-5) & Explorers Jr. (Pre-K through first grade): $14 (Pre-registration is required)
CONTACT US: Brittany Glass, Education Services Coordinator:  563-336-7290 or bglass@putnam.org
 
Discover rare Putnam artifacts before they return to the vault — literally
You helped us make history — and now is your LAST chance to see how the past, present and future connect through hands-on exhibits and never-before-seen artifacts before they head back to the vault after Sunday, Jan. 7. Making History Together celebrates 150 years of service to the community, showcasing collections from Charles Ficke, the Palmer family, Putnam family and Figge family. See it before it's too late!
 
Discover new horizons in 2018 ​​​​​​​with a 360-degree viewing of "From Earth to the Universe"!
Take a trip through time and space, and witness the wonders of our magnificent universe in the Discovery Dome! Check out "From Earth to the Universe" — an immersive, 360-degree experience on Jan. 13. This colorful and inspiring journey will take you to visit our neighbors throughout the Solar System and beyond the reaches of the Milky Way!
Event Details
DATE/TIME:
Saturday, Jan. 13 — showings at 11 a.m., noon and 2 p.m.
COST: $4 standalone showing | $2.50 as an add-on to admission
CONTACT US: Celeste Broder, Education Specialist: 563-336-7297 or cbroder@putnam.org

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