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November is full of hands-on fun, new educational programs, free club activities, and amazing history and hands-on gallery spaces that are being updated weekly. Check it all out below!
And don't forget, November 4-6, 2022, is free general admission to Longway Planetarium and Sloan Museum of Discovery, thanks to United Way of Genesee County's 100th anniversary celebration! |
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| Free General Admission November 4-6, 2022. A reserved ticket is recommended in advance.
When reserving a ticket for a show at Longway Planetarium, please go to SloanLongway.org/Now-Showing and pick the show date you'd like to attend; shows selected for November 4, 5 or 6 will have a $0 ticket (excludes First Friday live show on Nov. 4). Show tickets are limited to 129 seat capacity in the planetarium dome. |
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| New! Free drop-in programs (with general admission) |
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Adult Game Night! Tonight! Wednesday, Nov. 2, 2022, 5:30-8 p.m.
Location: Sloan Museum of Discovery
Every 1st Wednesday evening of the month 5:30-8 p.m., the Sloan Museum of Discovery will stay open with a cash bar so curious adults can play like kids again! November features Adult Game Night! We'll supply the games, cash bar, and an entire museum for you and your friends or partner to enjoy! FREE with general admission (Genesee County residents receive free admission to Sloan, thanks to the Arts, Education & Cultural Enrichment millage).
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Sloan Book Club - Thursday, November 3, 6-8 p.m. Every first Thursday of the month from 6-8 p.m., Sloan will host a FREE drop-in book club in one of the museum's learning labs. Each month we will gather to discuss a different book affiliated with Flint's storied history. Don't forget to grab a beverage or sandwich from our on-site Coffee Beanery Café before joining the discussion. Free club (included with Museum general admission fee).
The November book being discussed is The Women of the Copper Country, a novel by NYT bestselling author Mary Doria Russell. You may purchase featured books in person at the Sloan Museum Store or anywhere you buy your books. Books are usually available at your local library or through your favorite audio book app as well. |
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Lego Club - Saturday, Nov 12, 10-11:30 a.m.Free monthly drop-in workshop for all ages! Location: Sloan Museum of Discovery
Love Legos? We do, too! Join us on the 2nd Saturday each month for a building challenge with the museum’s Legos, or build your own idea. Lego Club is open to Lego-lovers of all ages. We even have Duplo bricks for our littlest learners. All materials must stay at the museum to share with other families.
Drop into the Discovery Lab makers' space 2nd Saturday of each month 10-11:30 a.m. |
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| Check out all the Fall/Winter 2022 Hands On Camps and Science Workshops. You'll enjoy family programs like Lego Club, "If I Could Build A Zoo" and "If I Could Build An Amusement Park." All hands-on workshops and camps are at the new Sloan Museum of Discovery or Longway Planetarium. Our workshops now also include book clubs, After Hours 21+ maker activities, and new STEM based Winter Camps. |
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| Upcoming Planetarium Events |
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November First Fridays - "See The Northern Lights"Friday, November 4, 6 p.m.
Have you ever wanted to see the Aurora Borealis? Here is your chance to find out what causes the “Northern Lights” and how to observe them. Presented by: Mike Murray, Astronomer & Planetarium Manager, Delta College Planetarium
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Trivia Night - Saturday, November12, 6 p.m. (doors open at 5:30 p.m.)Team up with your friends in groups of up to six people and compete against the other challengers in six common categories, including science, history, geography, literature, pop culture, and more. Battle it out for bragging rights and small prizes for the top three teams. Recommended for ages 13 and older.
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Cultural Astronomy-"The Timekeepers of MesoAmerica"Friday, November 11, 2022, 6 p.m.
This exciting new live lecture series focuses on how the stars, planets and galaxies shaped mythologies, religions, and even architecture within various cultures. November's featured presentation is The Timekeepers of MesoAmerica," presented by Planetarium Manager Patrick Ross.
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| November Sensory-friendly Show |
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Sat., November 12, 11 a.m.
During sensory-friendly shows (every second Saturday of the month at 11 a.m), we turn the lights up and turn the sound down to provide a welcoming environment for our friends who need a more sensory-safe show. Be yourself and find the best spot in the house to enjoy the show!
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Accidental AstronautsFollow the adventures of Sy, Annie, and their dog Armstrong as they embark on an unexpected journey into space!
Sat & Sun Noon
*United Way Free Weekend tickets are Nov. 4-6, 2022 |
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For our younger astronomy fans, this new live talk is perfect for 3rd graders and older
Sat & Sun 1 p.m.
*United Way Free Weekend tickets are Nov. 4-6, 2022
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| On vacation at her grandpa’s, a little girl Mia accidentally discovers a mysterious piece of astronomical machinery. Recommended for ages 5 and older.
Sat & Sun 2 p.m.
*United Way Free Weekend tickets are Nov. 4-6, 2022 |
| Skies Over Michigan (live lecture)Stargazers can come back to this show again and again for recent astronomical events and current updates on what's visible in the night sky over Michigan.
Tues-Sun 3 p.m. *United Way Free Weekend tickets are Nov. 4-6, 2022 |
| Prepare to be awed by this immersive film experience about how nature works in one of the world’s greatest ecosystems.
Tues-Sun 4 p.m. / Thurs-Sat. 7 p.m. *United Way Free Weekend tickets are Nov. 4-6, 2022
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| Dark Side: The Light Show
Pink Floyd's iconic Dark Side of the Moon album as never before in this one-of-a-kind show, featuring stunning 4k visuals, brilliant LED sequences, and incredibly clear 5.1 surround sound.
Thurs/Fri/Sat 8 p.m. *United Way Free Weekend tickets are Nov. 4-6, 2022 |
| | Longway Planetarium Ticket Prices: FREE NOVEMBER 4-6, 2022, DURING THE UNITED WAY FREE WEEKEND CELEBRATION! Tickets: $8 adults, $6 Seniors 60+/Sudents with ID, $6 youth ages 2-11
Genesee County Residents (50% off): $4 adults, $3 seniors 60+/Students with ID, $3 youth ages 2-11. Children Under 2: Free
Members: Free Discounted Combo Tickets: Make it a day of discovery in history and science! Discounted combo-tickets for the same day visit are available for Sloan Museum and Longway Planetarium. Available through in-person purchases only. Inquire at Guest Services.
Open: Tuesdays-Sundays
Each show lasts approximately 45 minutes. |
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| Sloan Museum of Discovery Now Open! |
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It's finally here! The all-new Sloan Museum of Discovery is open! HOURS: Tues/*Wed/Fri/Sat: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Thurs: 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Sunday: Noon-5p.m. *1st Wednesday of each month 5:30-8 p.m.: 21+ After Hours @ the Discovery - cash bar
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Sloan Museum of Discovery Ticket Prices: Tickets: $13 adults, $10 Seniors 60+/Sudents with ID, $8 Youth ages 2-11, Children Under 2: Free
Genesee County Residents: FREE (Tickets are still required at guest services or online) Members: FREE Discounted Combo Tickets: Make it a day of discovery in history and science! Discounted combo-tickets for the same day visit are available for Sloan Museum and Longway Planetarium. Available through in-person purchases only. Inquire at Guest Services. |
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| Shop our online gift shop for unique and special gifts for the history or science fan in your life! |
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| Our Mission: We engage communities on a learning journey in history and science. |
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Sloan Museum of Discvovery and Longway Planetarium are funded in part by the Genesee County Arts Education and Cultural Enrichment Millage. Your tax dollars are at work.
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| Sloan Museum of Discovery1221 E. Kearsley St., Flint MI 48503Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503 |
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