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
RACE: ARE WE SO DIFFERENT?
Through science, history and cultural study, the Putnam's newest exhibit encourages visitors to explore human variation and its impact on our lives.
RACE: Are We So Different? aims to help visitors of all ages better understand the origins and manifestations of race and racism in everyday life by investigating race and challenging its misconceptions through the framework of science.
OPEN FOR A LIMITED TIME! Learn more.
• Download the
Educators Guide (Grades 6 - 12)
THE GREAT COLLECTORS & YOU
Find out whether that item in your collection is fossilized sea coral, a piece of bone or something unexpected with the interactive exhibit
The Great Collectors & YOU! Learn about the collectors who were early contributors to the Putnam and discover how YOU can engage in responsible collecting!
OPEN FOR A LIMITED TIME! Learn more.
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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