July Happenings at Sloan Museum and Longway Planetarium

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Special Events, Classes and Exhibits

Sloan Museum of Discovery

1221 E. Kearsley St., Flint, MI | (810) 237-3450 | Sloan@SloanLongway.org

16+ Hobby Workshop - Paper Quilling

Thursday, July 9, 4:30-7:30 p.m.

Twist, roll, and pink paper into beautiful works of art in this workshop on the art of paper quilling! Learn different rolling techniques and how to use them to create different shapes and textures for your art piece.

Space is limited; 16+ please. Register here by July 7.

Learn more at SloanLongway.org/Workshops

Summer Camps and Workshops
There are still a few summer camps and workshops left in July for your kids to make new friends, enjoy hands-on fun, and avoid the "summer slide!":

4-5 year olds:

Shape Detectives, July 6, 1-3 p.m.

Water Play, July 8, 9-11 a.m.

Energy Investigators 3-day Camp, July 13-15, 9-11:30 a.m.

Out of this World, July 16, 1-3 p.m.

Pre-K Engineers 3-day Camp, July 21-23, 1-3:30 p.m.

Dragons Scales and Tales, July 23, 9-11 a.m.

Make It Move 3-day Camp, July 27-29, 9-11:30 a.m.

My Senses and Me, July 30, 1-3 p.m.

1st-3rd Grade:

Step Into the Past, July 13, 1-4 p.m.

Maker Camp (3-day camp), July 20-22, 9 a.m.-Noon

4th-6th Grade:

Race through Space, July 22, 1-4 p.m.

5th-8th Grade:

The Great White, July 16, 9 a.m.-Noon

Maker Camp (3-day camp), July 21-23, 1-4 p.m.

Members receive $1 off workshops and $5 off camps. Members, please log in to receive your discount.

To see a full list of available summer camps and workshops or to easily register online, visit SloanLongway.org/summer, or call (810) 237-3409.

Grown-up Book Fair: Fantasy Edition
July 25 | 6-9 p.m. |Sloan Museum of Discovery

Step into the magic at the Grown Up Book Fair: Fantasy Edition! A book fair for lovers of fantasy, romantasy, dark academia, and mythical tales. Browse unique vendors and authors, enjoy themed drinks and treats, and grab a bite from local food trucks. Includes entry to Sloan’s new interactive exhibit, The Lost World of Dragons. Must be 18+ to enter.

$10 for Adults 18+. Tickets and info at SloanLongway.org/BookFair.

Current Traveling Exhibit: The Lost World of Dragons
Now Open through September 13

Explore the legends behind these mythical beasts in this 6000 square foot interactive exhibition inspired by dragon mythology. This exhibit features life-size animatronic dragons and interactive displays.

For more information and tickets, visit SloanLongway.org/dragons.

D&D Nights
July 8 (sold out), July 22, Aug. 5, Aug. 19 | 6 - 9 p.m.

Join us this summer for a special "one-shot" Dungeons & Dragons campaign, designed for families, first-time players, and seasoned adventurers! Whether you're brand new to the game or a longtime hero of the realms, there's a seat at the table for you. Advance registration is required as space is limited. Event dates and tickets are available here.

Event tickets include admission to The Lost World of Dragons exhibit!

"Change Starts Here" Exhibit - Free with General Admission
Explore this exhibit free with your museum admission in celebration of America 250. The timeline-based exhibit features artifacts, text panels and graphics highlighting significant events in Genesee County and how they influenced national events. This exhibit will be on display in the Sloan Museum circulation corridor during regular museum hours through 2026.

Find more information at SloanLongway.org/america250.

July Show Schedule at Longway Planetarium

1310 E. Kearsley St., Flint, MI | (810) 237-3400 | Longway@SloanLongway.org

July First Friday Presentation - James Webb Space Telescope Update

Friday, July 3, 6 p.m.

Join the Planetarium Manager, Patrick Ross M.S., for the fourth anniversary James Webb Space Telescope Update! Take a deep dive into newly released JWST images and explore the physics and astronomy behind these cutting edge images. Topics will include nebulae, galaxies, star formation, and planetary physics! Recommended for ages 12+. Learn more and buy tickets in advance at SloanLongway.org/First-Friday.

June 30-August 2 Planetarium Show Schedule
View tickets and showtimes here.

Shark Kingdom, Tues-Sun 1 & 4 p.m.

One World One Sky: Big Bird's Adventure, Sat/Sun noon

Magic Globe, Sat/Sun 2 p.m.

Skies Over Michigan (live format), Tues-Sun 3 p.m.

Laser KPop Demon Hunters, (PREMIERES JULY 3!)

Fri/Sat 7 p.m.

Laser Rock Monsters, Fri/Sat 8 pm.

Laser KPop Demon Hunters Opens July 3 at Longway Planetarium!

Laser KPop Demon Hunters, showing Fridays and Saturdays at 7 p.m. through August! Sing along to the entire playlist from the hugely popular hit movie, KPop Demon Hunters, set to a laser light show in surround-sound audio. Advanced ticket purchase recommended as tickets may sell out. Buy tickets in advance here.

Shop at the Museum Stores

KPop Demon Hunters and Lost World of Dragons merch now available! Take home a souvenir from your visit or find the perfect gift for the science and history lovers in your life at the Museum Stores at Longway Planetarium and Sloan Museum. Many items can also be purchased at our online store at https://store.sloanlongway.org

Sloan Museum of Discovery

1221 E. Kearsley St., Flint, MI 48503

(810) 237-3450 | SloanMuseum.org

Sloan@SloanLongway.org

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Longway Planetarium

1310 E. Kearsley St., Flint, MI 48503

(810) 237-3400 | Longway.org

Longway@SloanLongway.org

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