Subject: October Happenings at Sloan Museum and Longway Planetarium

Adult Hobby Workshops, Halloween Hootenanny, Book Clubs, Laser Halloween, and more!

October is a busy time at Sloan Museum of Discovery and Longway Planetarium. Whether you're looking for adult-only workshops, planetarium shows, or Halloween family fun, there's a little something for everyone! Check out the details for live presentations, shows, special events and fun educational programs below:

October "First Friday" live Presentation:

The Science of Heritage Preservation: Conserving Historic Cemeteries

Friday, October 3, 2025 | 6 p.m. at Longway Planetarium, presented by: Dr. Thomas C. Henthorn, Ph.D. Wyatt Endowed Professor of Public History The University of Michigan Flint. Learn more and buy tickets here.

October "Second Fridays" live presentation

Science in Pop Culture, featuring "Lord of the Rings"

Friday, October 10, 2025 | 6 p.m. at Longway Planetarium, presented by Planetarium Coordinator, Robert Clayton

An insightful and fun look at the astronomy and cosmology in J.R.R Tolkien’s trilogy, ”Lord of the Rings.” This will be part one of a two-part series. Learn more and buy tickets here.

Halloween Hootenanny

Saturday, October 18, 2025, 5-8 p.m. at Longway Planetarium 


Grab your little monster(s) and boogie the night away at our annual Halloween Hootenanny! Costumes are encouraged! Includes a special 6 p.m. showing of Ooky Spooky Light Show.


Learn more and buy tickets here.

Laser Halloween

NEW Laser light show now showing!

Longway Planetarium

A mesmerizing laser light show that will cast a spell on you this Halloween season. Immerse yourself in a kaleidoscope of eerie colors and patterns as our state-of-the-art lasers dance across the darkness to the music from Thriller, Jaws, Addams Family, Rocky Horror Picture Show, Ghostbusters, and more!


Learn more and buy tickets here.

Ooky Spooky Light Show is Back!

Longway Planetarium

A seasonal favorite for young and old alike, come back for Ooky Spooky!


Learn more and buy tickets here.

Vault of Villains - Escape Room Experience

1st 3 weekends in October

Sloan Museum of Discovery

Will you escape the Vault of Villains... or become part of its legend?

Recommended for ages 8 and older

Adults | $15
Children (2-11) | $10


Learn more and buy tickets here.

Haunted History

October 16, 2025

Sloan Museum of Discovery

For ages 12+ | $3 + General Admission

Discover the haunted history associated with Flint's downtown murals.  

Presented by Sloan educator Jacquie Richardson.


Learn more and buy tickets here.

Bookbinding Hobby Workshop for 16+

Thurs., October 9, 2025, 4:30-7:30 p.m.

$20/person (includes most supplies)

Sloan Museum of Discovery, Discovery Hall Maker Space


Learn more here. 

Reserve your space by Oct. 6 here.

Whittling Hobby Workshop for 16+

Sat., October 18, 2025, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

$20/person

Sloan Museum of Discovery, Discovery Hall Maker Space


Learn more here.

Reserve your space by Oct. 15 here.

CARS AND BARS - Annual Fundraiser

October 30, 2025, 5-8 p.m.

Location: Dr. Bobby Mukkamala's Car Warehouse, 1111 James P. Cole Blvd., Flint, MI 48503

JOIN THE PARTY! Your ticket will include one drink and one food truck meal, and access to Dr. Bobby Mukkamala’s private car collection of 85+ iconic and historical vehicles. A fun fundraiser to benefit programs at Flint Institute of Music (FIM) and Sloan Museum of Discovery.

Learn more and buy tickets here.

Scouting programs held at Longway Planetarium and Sloan Museum are unique, inspiring and will create memories that will last a lifetime!

Looking for a unique and special gift for the science or history lover in your life? Come into Sloan Museum and Longway Planetarium's gift shop, or shop from home at our online store: https://store.sloanlongway.org/

Sloan Museum of Discovery

1221 E. Kearsley St., Flint, MI 48503

(810) 237-3450 | SloanMuseum.org

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Longway Planetarium

1310 E. Kearsley St., Flint, MI 48503

(810) 237-3400 | Longway.org


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