Are you an adult?
Haven’t visited the Putnam since that 6
th grade field trip? So much has changed at the Putnam! You don’t need to be a kid to enjoy all that the Putnam has to offer! Come experience faraway places in our
National Geographic GIANT screen theater, become a
volunteer, and keep up-to-date on
featured exhibits. Check out our
events calendar for special happenings!
Things that may be of interest to you
Featured Exhibit
Gridiron Glory is the most extensive and comprehensive traveling exhibit ever done on America’s most popular sport, offering an immersive fan experience. See the best of the Pro Football Hall of Fame's vast holdings — including 200 artifacts, rare photos and one-of-a-kind documents.
The 7,500 square-foot exhibit features spectacular footage from NFL Films' unparalleled film archives and a series of interactive exhibits that challenge both mind and body. It also includes a 500-square-foot area dedicated to the Chicago Bears and Green Bay Packers.
Exhibits
No matter when you visit, you’ll always be able to experience the Putnam’s
permanent exhibits! Travel to faraway lands, discover your roots, and immerse yourself in Iowa’s changing landscape all under one roof.
Science Center
Our
Science Center makes hands-on learning exciting for adults, too! Open year round, our center includes 45+ interactive experiences that make science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) concepts come to life.
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