Join & Support
We have been inspiring ideas for nearly 150 years and today, we’re better than ever with hands-on fun for the whole family! One visit won’t be enough! By becoming a member, you can experience all that the Putnam has to offer while having access to perks
only available to our valuable members.
Membership
Individual Membership
Membership for one adult |
$40/1 year
$70/2 years |
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Duo Membership
Membership for 2 adults or
1 adult and 1 child |
$60/1 year
$110/2 years |
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Family/Grandparent
Membership for 2 adults and 3 children
Additional Children $10 each* |
$80/1 year
$140/2 years
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Moviegoers
Membership for 2 adults and 3 children
Additional children $10 each* |
$125/1 year
$225/2 years
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Smithsonian Benefits
Smithsonian Museum Membership
In addition to Putnam Membership price |
$15/1 year
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This option is not available online. |
QC FunBundle
Niabi Zoo, Putnam Museum and Science Center, QC Botanical Center
with option to add Quad Cities River Bandits for 2 adults and 4 children |
$174/ year
$223/year with QC River Bandits
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Membership includes:
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FREE admission to our museum and science center
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Discounts to our featured exhibits, GIANT screen films, programs and events
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Pre-seating to all GIANT screen films
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Invitations to exclusive events such as 3D documentary openings on our GIANT Screen and openings of our latest featured exhibits
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Access to the most up-to-date Putnam news with our member newsletter and e-blasts
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10% off all Snack Stop and Museum Store purchases
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FREE admission to over 290 Museums and Science Centers throughout the country through the Association of Science-Technology Centers (ASTC). Click here to see the list of participating sites!
For all questions pertaining to membership, please contact our Membership Specialist Meia Teague at
mteague@putnam.org, or by calling (563) 336-7302.
*Please note that it is $10 per additional child/caregiver per year when purchasing a 2 year membership.
Membership Details
Individual Membership
An Individual Membership to the Putnam includes all above listed benefits as well as 2 FREE GIANT screen movie passes or ticket to the World Adventure Series.
Duo Membership
A Duo Membership will include all above listed benefits as well as 2 FREE GIANT screen movie passes, 2 FREE Museum/Science Center guest passes, and the option to add a caregiver to the membership for only $10/year.
Family/Grandparent Membership
A Family or Grandparent Membership to the Putnam includes all above listed benefits as well as 4 FREE GIANT screen movie passes, 2 FREE Museum/Science Center guest passes, and the option to add a caregiver to the membership for only $10/year.
Moviegoers Membership
A Moviegoer Membership to the Putnam includes 10 FREE GIANT screen movie passes, 4 Museum/Science Center guest passes, and the option to add a caregiver to the membership for only $10/year.
Smithsonian Benefits
Did you know? The Putnam is a Smithsonian-affiliated museum. This partnership allows us to pass along the wonderful opportunity to become a Smithsonian member for a very low rate!
Special Offers
Take advantage of our referral program! Receive $10 off your next membership renewal for every NEW membership referral given. For all questions pertaining to membership, please contact our Membership Specialist Meia Teague at
mteague@putnam.org, or by calling (563)336-7302.