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End of Summer Fun at Sloan Museum of Discovery and Longway Planetarium
Looking for a way to end your summer with a bang? We've got four primary galleries at Sloan Museum where you'll find activities for kids, kids at heart, history buffs, and vintage car buffs. And, on August 28, please join us for our first ever end of summer patio night for 21+, the End of Summer Patio Party Wine Down at Sloan Museum.
At Michigan's largest planetarium, there are full-dome shows for the whole family, live educational shows for space fans like the new 12-part series, "The History of the Universe," and a First Friday presentation by a local Aurora chaser and author on Friday, August 2.
Best of all, Genesee County residents receive free general admission at Sloan Museum all year long, thanks to the Arts Education & Cultural Enrichment millage, and half off at Longway Planetarium. Check out August special exhibits, shows & events below: |
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"End of Summer Patio Party Wine Down" on August 28
Wed., August 28, 2024
6-8 p.m.
Tickets- $5.00 (purchase in person or in advance at SloanLongway.org/AfterHours
Adults 21+ Only
Join us as we say goodbye to summer with our first ever patio party! Grab a drink at the bar before going to explore the museum, or just hang out on the patio and enjoy the weather and board games. Feeling adventurous? Pick out your favorite tune and belt it out at Karaoke in the lobby. Enjoy drink specials and food from the bar and Coffee Beanery. This event, for adults only, gives you a chance to wring every last drop of fun out of the summer! Buy tickets here. |
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Lego Club Saturday, August 10, 10-11:30 a.m.
Join us in the Discovery Lab maker's space on the 2nd Saturday of every month for Lego Club! For the month of August, we invite Lego-clubbers to bring their imaginations and design their very best Lego amusement park!
Lego club is FREE, included with museum general admission, and open to Lego enthusiasts of all ages. Learn more here. |
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Enjoy Member-Only Hours On Saturday, August 17
Members of Sloan Museum and Longway Planetarium can enjoy early entry to Sloan Museum on the 3rd Saturday of every month at 9 a.m. - one hour prior to opening to the public! Take advantage of those member perks and come enjoy the exhibits for an extra hour!
Not a member? To purchase or renew a membership, contact Membership Coordinator Matthew Fitzpatrick at MFitzpatrick@SloanLongway.org, or call (810) 237-3457. Learn about all the membership levels and benefits by going to SloanLongway.org/Membership. |
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| Discover Uncover Podcast Episodes for History Buffs
Discover Uncover delves into the deeper backstories of Sloan’s vast historical collection of nearly 50,000 artifacts. Listeners and viewers will go on a journey back in time as we dig into the fascinating stories of Flint, Genesee County, and Michigan using the artifacts as a jumping point. Immerse yourself as the stories unfold and gain a deeper sense of the impacts the artifacts and archives have on today’s culture, customs and society. All 12 episodes available at: SloanLongway.org/DiscoverUncover or on your favorite podcast app.
Do you have a personal connection to one of our podcast topics, or an artifact relating to Flint or Genesee County history? Call (810) 237-3417 and leave a voicemail (we may use your question on air), or email us at Podcast@SloanLongway.org. |
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Book Clubs Return in September!
Sloan Museum of Discovery Historical Book ClubEvery first Thursday of the month starting in September at 6 p.m., Sloan Museum of Discovery hosts a free book club (included with museum general admission) in one of our learning labs. All books are affiliated with Flint's storied history. The evening will conclude with a special guided tour through the Sloan Museum History Gallery where club members can connect with the book's historical references through real-life museum artifacts. Longway Planetarium's "Books & Stars" Book ClubEvery first Wednesday of the month starting in September at 5:30 p.m., Longway Planetarium hosts a free astronomy-related book club related to that month's Planetarium programming. Advance registration is requested; walk-ins accepted. Learn more here. |
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Here's a reminder of all the cool stuff inside the Sloan Museum of Discovery, from hands-on science to immersive play and Flint's fascinating history. Genesee County residents receive free general admisssion:
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| | Discovery Hall and Discovery Lab Maker Space - Hands-on science, the Great Lakes water table, and creative learning |
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| | Durant Gallery - featuring a collection of rare and historic vehicles that tell the fascinating history of Genesee County's rich automotive heritage and design. |
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| | History Gallery - telling the history of Genesee County from its earliest residents through history-in-the-making. |
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Check Out the Show Schedule at Longway Planetarium through August 25, 2024 |
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First Friday features the Science of the Northern Lights, Presented by Aurora Chaser and Author Melissa Kaelin August 2
Awe-inspiring to observe, the Aurora have astounded skywatchers for centuries. A good historian can find countless references to the Aurora in art and media, cultural legends, historical accounts, and scientific research. Discover the Aurora in a new light as you hear about each of these topics with Melissa F. Kaelin, the founder of the Michigan Aurora Chasers. Ms. Kaelin will be available for book signings to follow her First Friday presentation.
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First Stars: Part 2 of "History of the Universe" Friday, August 9
"Part II: First Stars," presented by Longway Planetarium Manager, Patrick Ross, M.S.
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Accidental Astronauts Tues-Sun Noon
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| | | | Cosmic Colors Tues-Sun 2 p.m.
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| Skies Over Michigan Tues-Sun 3 p.m. (Live format)
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| | Legend of the Enchanted Reef Tues-Sun 4 p.m. Thurs-Sat 7 p.m.
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| | Queen: From Mercury with Love (music light show) Thurs-Sat 8 p.m.
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August Sensory-Friendly Feature: Perfect Little Planet - Showing August 10, 2024, 11 a.m.
During sensory-friendly shows (offered the 2nd Saturday of every month at 11 a.m.), we turn the lights up and turn the sound down to provide a safe, welcoming environment for our friends with special needs or anyone who prefers a less stimulating environment. Sensory-friendly shows will now feature open captioning for the hearing-impaired community. Be yourself and find the best spot in the house to enjoy the show! Doors open at 10:30 a.m.
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Attention Skygazers! Download the August Sky Guide here! |
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Our Mission: We engage communities on a learning journey in history and science. Our Vision: Every experience creates an empowering aha! moment of discovery. |
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| Sloan Museum of Discovery 1221 E. Kearsley St. | Flint, MI 48503 Longway Planetarium
1310 E. Kearsley St. | Flint, MI 48503 |
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