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Yes, we will be open today with a two-hour delay!
Sloan Museum of Discovery will be opening with a two-hour delay today while we clear off the parking lots and streets. We are open from noon-5 p.m. both today and Sunday.
For a full day of snow day adventures, head across the street to see a show in the cozy and warm Longway Planetarium dome! Here's the show schedule or check out the shows below the Sloan Museum gallery information: |
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| Sloan Museum of Discovery Hands-on Gallery Spaces |
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| Discovery Hall: hands-on earth sciences includes 11 interactive exhibits, including the Great Lakes Water Table and the Discovery Lab maker's space. |
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| Durant Gallery: showcasing 16 of Sloan's 106 rare and historic vehicles and concept cars from the Flint region's rich automotive heritage. |
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| | History Gallery: Genesee County's remarkable history, from its earliest inhabitants to history-in-the-making. |
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| Discovery Lab (located in Discovery Hall) - this incredible, fully-equipped maker space is open to public
Tuesday–Friday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturdays 10 a.m.-5 p.m. (2-hour delayed opening March 4 due to snow), & Sunday Noon-5 p.m. (with the exception of special events). Our awesome floor staff and educators are on site to guide you and your family with engaging projects. It's hands-on fun for everyone, and FREE with general admission. |
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| Spring Break 3-Day Camps March 27-29, 2023 |
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| Fun and engaging hands-on, 3-Day Camps for Kindergartners, 1st-3rd graders, and 4th-6th graders will take place Monday-Wednesday, March 27-29 at Sloan Museum of Discovery. Kids will be engaged in reading and STEM exploration through fun, skill-building challenges! Learn more at SloanLongway.org/Workshops, or check out the specific Day Camps below. Space is limited so register early! |
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| Longway Planetarium March Show Schedule |
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| Magic Globe (animated) Sat. & Sun Noon-12:45 p.m. (through March 19) Recommended for ages 5+
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| | Space Academy: Black Holes |
| Skies Over Michigan
(live format astronomy)
Tuesday-Sunday
3-3:45 p.m.
Learn more
Buy tickets
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| Perfect Little Planet (animated)Mon-Sun Noon-12:45 p.m. (starts March 25)
Recommended for ages 5+
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| | Serengeti (full-dome)
Sat. & Sun
2-2:45 p.m. |
| | Secrets of the Universe (full-dome)
Tues-Sun 4-4:45 p.m. andThurs-Sat 7-7:45 p.m. |
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Queen: From Mercury with Love
(musical light show)
Thurs-Sat
8-8:45 p.m.
Learn more
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| | | SENSORY-FRIENDLY SHOW: Secrets of the Universe (full-dome)
Sat. March 11 11 a.m. (doors open 10:30 a.m.) |
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| Cultural Astronomy:
"Perusing Peru" |
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Sloan Museum and Longway Planetarium are funded in part by the Genesee County Arts Education and Cultural Enrichment Millage. Your tax dollars are at work. Sloan Museum of Discovery is FREE and Longway Planetarium is 50% off for all Genesee County residents as a benefit of the millage.
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| Our Mission: We engage communities on a learning journey in history and science. |
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Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St., Flint, MI 48503
Sloan Museum of Discovery 1221 E. Kearsley St., Flint, MI 48503 |
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