Subject: New "Lost World of Dragons" Special Exhibit Opens Saturday, May 16!

Animatronic dragons, scavenger hunts, interactive virtual reality stations, and more!

New traveling exhibit opens at Sloan Museum May 16, 2026

The Lost World of Dragons opens May 16 through September 13, just in time for a summertime stay-cation destination!  This 6,000 square-foot exhibition, developed by Stage 9 Exhibits and generously sponsored by Consumers Energy, explores the mysteries surrounding these ancient mythical beasts. Interactives include:
• Animatronic dragons from different regions of the world
• Unique photo opportunities
• Creative interactive stations that inform and engage
• A dragon fossil dig
• A scavenger hunt
• VR dragon flight experience with HTC Vive

Admission to this traveling exhibit includes admission to the entire museum. To find out more about The Lost World of Dragons, tickets, and exhibition hours, please visit SloanLongway.org/Dragons.

(NOTE: If you are a current member of Sloan Museum of Discovery, the free Member's Preview is Friday, May 15, 5-7 p.m. Please RSVP here.)

Jewelry Making Workshop

May 16, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Sloan Museum of Discovery Maker Space

Last day to register for the 16+ Jewelry Making Workshop! Unleash your creativity in this beginner-friendly workshop! Participants will learn the foundations of jewelry making, including crimping, loop making, and opening/closing jump rings. You’ll create your own one-of-a-kind jewelry pieces while building confidence to continue exploring this rewarding craft. $20/person. Space is limited; Register by May 13. Learn more here. Sign up here

FREE Historical Book Club

Book of the month: "The Elusive Purple Gang: Detroit's Koser Nostra," by Gregory Fournier

Saturday, May 16, 2026 |10-11 a.m.

Learn more here. Sign up here. 

FREE Magic Tree House Kids' Book Club

Book of the month: #9 Dolphins at Daybreak, by Mary Pope Osborne

Saturday, May 16, 2026 |9-9:45 a.m.

Learn more here. Sign up here. 

Shop at the Museum Stores

Shark Kingdom 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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