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Check out the June Events and Exhibits at Sloan Museum of Discovery
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New Hall of Heroes Interactive Exhibit Opened May 24 at Sloan Museum of Discovery
Sloan Museum of Discovery opened their newest special traveling exhibit, Hall of Heroes, on May 24, 2025, in the FUN Gallery exhibition hall. It runs through September 7, 2025. Hall of Heroes brings guests into the world of superheroes, crime-fighters, gadgets, and spies through an immersive experience. The Hall of Heroes exhibit add-on ticket is only $5 per person plus general admission (kids under age 2 and Members of Sloan and Longway get free exhibit and museum entry). For residents of Genesee County, general admission is always free, thanks to the Genesee County Arts Education and Cultural Enrichment Millage that voters passed in 2018. For more information go to SloanLongway.org/Heroes. |
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Hang Out with a Superhero for a Super Breakfast Adventure!
A Hero Hangout where little heroes (and their grown-ups!) can enjoy a delicious breakfast spread to supercharge you for your adventure. PLUS, a meet-and-greet with a real-life superhero, a craft to help show your heroic abilities, and admission to The Hall of Heroes exhibit! Superhero costumes are encouraged. Learn more at SloanLongway.org/Heroes, or email Events@SloanLongway.org.
Choose from one of these 3 Hero Hangout dates and superheroes:
Tickets: Adults (12+) - $25.00; Children (2-11) - $20.00 (Advance ticket purchase requested; tickets are limited)
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| Throw a Super Birthday Party!
Looking to host an epic party that’s out-of-this-world? Throw a SUPER Party at Sloan Museum of Discovery - includes admission to special traveling exhibit Hall of Heroes! Schedule your birthday party or make inquiries at Events@SloanLongway.org, or call (810) 237-3428. |
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Membership Sale Ends June 8 for Museum Week!
Museum Week is a great time to renew or buy a new membership at discounted prices! Among many other benefits, members of Sloan and Longway get free general admission, free admission to Hall of Heroes, plus free admission to over 350 science museums around the country! Now THAT's a bargain! Go to SloanLongway.org/Membership to see the discounted pricing through June 8 and buy your membership online, or email MFitzpatrick@SloanLongway.org with questions. |
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Summer Camps and Workshops Still Open
Sloan Museum and Longway Planetarium still have openings for Summer Camps, including Superhero STEM and Water for 1st-3rd graders, Shape Art for 4-5 year olds, Exploring Motion with Art 3-day summer camp for 4th-6th graders, and Race Through Space for 5th-8th graders, plus many more! Advanced registration is required as the Summer Camps and Workshops typically sell out. To see all the camps and workshops, go to SloanLongway.org/Summer or call (810) 237-3409 with questions. |
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| Make Your Own Tapestry Workshop on June 21
Join Lead Educator Mr. Eli in the Discovery Lab maker space June 21, 10 a.m.-noon to learn how to make tapestries. Only $20/person. Supplies included. Capacity is limited so advance registration is required by June 18. Learn more and register at SloanLongway.org/Workshops. |
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| Juneteenth Celebration at the Flint Cultural Center June 21
Sloan Museum of Discovery, Longway Planetarium and our Flint Cultural Center campus neighbors are proud to host free events on Saturday, June 21, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Food trucks, vendors, and live music on the main stage will follow the opening Freedom March at 11 a.m. led by Hamady High School's marching band. The Freedom March will start at the corner of Crapo and E. Kearsley Streets and is open to the whole community. Schedule of live performers (as of this writing):
11:00 am | Freedom March Kickoff (starting at Crapo and Kearsley Streets and led by the Hamady High School band)
11:15 am | Hamady High School band
11:45 pm | Phil Young Band (Motown, R&B)
12:45 pm | Spoken Word Artists (Amber Hasan, Phire Sis, Jerimiah Whitehead)
1:15 pm | Reclaimed Series
1:30 pm | Mama Sol
2:30 pm | Battle of the Line Dancing
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| 53rd Annual Sloan Museum Auto Fair June 28-29!
Visitor tickets on sale now for the 53rd Sloan Museum Auto Fair! Visitor and spectator gates are open 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday and 9 a.m.-4 p.m. on Sunday. Learn more and buy tickets in advance (or register your vehicle if you want to show your car) at SloanAutoFair.com. Tickets to the auto fair include admission to Sloan Museum. (Please Note: The Genesee County Arts Education and Cultural Millage free admission benefit does not apply during Auto Fair weekend; Sloan Museum will be closed to the general public June 28-29 unless you have purchased a ticket to the Sloan Auto Fair. Sloan Museum’s regular hours and admission discounts will resume on Tuesday, July 1, 2025). |
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| A Pride Prom for Adults June 14, 6-10 p.m.
Celebrate what makes you unique! Enjoy a fun and relaxing night out with your partner or friends with this Mardi Gras themed Pride Prom. For 18+ only. Learn more and buy tickets in advance at SloanLongway.org/Pride.
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Discovery Hall Hands-on Science Gallery and Maker's Space |
| Sloan Museum History Gallery |
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| Hagerman Street Early Childhood Imaginative Play Gallery |
| Durant Gallery - Historic Vehicle Showcase |
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Sloan Museum of Discovery Ticket Prices: *(Ticket prices increase effective July 1, 2025) General Admission Tickets (out-of-county residents): $14 adults, $11 Seniors 60+/Students with ID, $9 Youth ages 2-11, Children Under 2: Free Hall of Heroes Special Traveling Exhibit: $5/person General Admission Genesee County Residents: FREE (Tickets are still required at guest services or online; Hall of Heroes is not included in General Admission) Discounted Combo Tickets: For out-of-county residents, this is a great option to make it a day of discovery in history and science at both the Longway Planetarium and Sloan Museum of Discovery right across the street! Discounted combo-tickets for the same day visit are available in-person or online.
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Visit Longway Planetarium Across the Street from Sloan!
After you've enjoyed the hands-on fun at Sloan Museum's, head across the street to see a planetarium show at Longway Planetarium. Combo-tickets offer a savings if you live outside of Genesee county and want to visit both venues on the same day. Check out the June show schedule below, or see the entire calendar at SloanLongway.org/now-showing. |
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| Armstrong: The Adventurous Journey of a Mouse to the Moon Brand new show premiering June 10, 2025, 4 p.m. (Member Preview June 9, 6 p.m.; register for member previewe at SloanLongway.org/Memebership). A beautifully animated storybook that comes to life about an ambitious and curious mouse who builds his how rocket to fly to the moon. Recommended for ages 5+ |
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| Accidental Astronauts Sat & Sun Noon (ends June 8) Ages 5+ Learn more.
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| STARS: The Powerhouses of the UniverseSat & Sun 1 p.m. (ends June 8)
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| Cosmic ColorsSat & Sun 1 p.m. (starts June 14)
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| | Legend of the Enchanted Reef Sat & Sun 2 p.m. (ends June 8)
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| | Perfect Little Planet Sat & Sun 2 p.m. (starts June 14)
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| | Skies Over Michigan (live format astronomy show)
Tues-Sun 3 p.m. |
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| | Magic Globe Tues-Sun 4 p.m. (ends June 8) Ages 5+
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| | Laser Lady Gaga Fri-Sat 7 p.m. Ages 12+ |
| | Laser Rock Monsters Fri-Sat 8 p.m. Ages 12+ |
| | Laser Pride Special Pride Month Showings June 14, 20, 21
6 p.m. ages 16+ |
| First Friday - "Protect, Promote and Improve our Watershed"
Fri., June 6, 6 p.m.(Live format) |
| Second Fridays - "Death of the Universe"
Fri., June 13, 6 p.m.(Live format) |
| Sensory-friendly show (for our friends sensitive to lights and sounds): "Accidental Astronauts"
Sat. June 14, 11am (doors open 10:30am) |
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Longway Planetarium Ticket Prices* (*prices increase July 1, 2025 by $2/person)
$8 ages 12-59, $6 Seniors/Students 60+, and $6 Youth ages 2-11
Children 1 and younger: Free
Genesee County Resident Ticket Pricing *Due to the Genesee County Arts Education and Cultural Enrichment Millage voters passed in 2019, all Longway Planetarium shows are 50% off for Genesee County residents:
$4 adults, $3 seniors 60+, and $3 youth ages 2-11
When you arrive, please present your driver’s license or ID with your address on it to confirm your residency. Longway Planetarium shows are funded in part by the Genesee County Arts Education and Cultural Enrichment Millage. Your tax dollars are at work. |
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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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| Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St., Flint, MI 48503 Sloan Museum of Discovery 1221 E. Kearsley St., Flint, MI 48503 |
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