Sloan Museum of Discovery

10/15/2026

Thank you to our attendees, wonderful volunteers, and staff from Sloan Museum and Flint Institute of Music for another successful 𝑪𝒂𝒓𝒔 & 𝑩𝒂𝒓𝒔 fundraiser! 🏎🍻And of course, thank you to our always gracious host, Dr. Bobby Mukkamala for providing the atmosphere for this wonderful event to take place!

10/14/2026

The 𝑪𝒂𝒓𝒔 & 𝑩𝒂𝒓𝒔 fundraiser is happening tonight at 5 p.m.! 🏎🍻

Cruise on in and enjoy a laid back evening of good company, good drinks, and yes - plenty of CARS! Your ticket includes one drink ticket and one ticket to be redeemed at one of Flint's premiere food trucks, and access to Dr. Bobby Mukkamala's special collection of vehicles! In addition to Dr. Bobby's own private collection, Applegate Chevrolet will be featuring two show-stopping vehicles: the 2027 Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport and the 2027 Chevrolet Corvette Z06. Plus - General Motors will showcase the new 2027 Cadillac CELESTIQ - an ultra-exclusive, hand-crafted electric luxury sedan!

📅Wednesday, October 14, 2026 | 5-8 p.m.
🎫 $65 at the door.
📍Dr. Bobby Mukkamala's Car Warehouse | 1111 James P. Cole Blvd., Flint, MI 48503

Your attendance benefits Sloan Museum of Discovery and Flint Institute of Music as we create worlds of wonder for generations of curious learners through STEM education and performing arts programming.

Guests of this favorite annual event will share an evening in Dr. Bobby Mukkamala’s private warehouse, home to nearly 100 legendary vehicles. Enjoy great food from local food trucks, drinks from the bar, a raffle for a Capitol Club Box for That Arena Rock Show, and lots of fun!

10/14/2026

Did you know?! More than 6,000 vessels have met their tragic ends on the Great Lakes since the 1600s, facing uncharted rocks and unpredictable winds capable of capsizing a vessel at any moment! Join us for a look at the stories and lake lore in the fascinating book: 𝑺𝒉𝒊𝒑𝒘𝒓𝒆𝒄𝒌𝒔, 𝑴𝒐𝒏𝒔𝒕𝒆𝒓𝒔, 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑴𝒚𝒔𝒕𝒆𝒓𝒊𝒆𝒔 𝒐𝒇 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑮𝒓𝒆𝒂𝒕 𝑳𝒂𝒌𝒆𝒔 by Ed Butts this Saturday, October 17 at 10 a.m.! Register online in advance, at: SloanLongway.org/Book-Club. Walk-ins are always welcome :)

Historical Book Club at Sloan Museum is FREE, and concludes with a special guided tour through the History Gallery where you can connect with the historical references through real-life museum artifacts!

10/13/2026

There's still space our 𝑲𝒏𝒊𝒕𝒕𝒊𝒏𝒈 workshop on October 17!

Registration will close on Wednesday, October 13, so don't wait! Explore the craft of knitting in this beginner-friendly workshop. You’ll learn foundational techniques and essential stitches while working on a homemade project in a creative atmosphere. Each beginner-friendly workshop includes expert instruction, all tools and materials, and plenty of time to create! Register now at: SloanLongway.org/Workshops.

Hobby Workshops are for ages 16 years or older, must pre-register to attend.

10/12/2026

The story behind the artifacts is important, one we're proud to tell! Take a walk through the history of the Anishinaabe tribe and find carefully curated pieces created by Indigenous artists Adam Avery and Ron Paquin - the stunning beadwork and birch bark creations are one-of-a-kind acquisitions that beautifully represent Anishinaabe culture.

10/07/2026

Make sure to join us next Wednesday, October 14 for an exciting 𝑪𝒂𝒓𝒔 & 𝑩𝒂𝒓𝒔 event!

10/07/2026

The 𝑯𝒂𝒍𝒍𝒐𝒘𝒆𝒆𝒏 𝑬𝒙𝒕𝒓𝒂𝒗𝒂𝒈𝒂𝒏𝒛𝒂 is happening this Saturday, October 10! Don't miss this fun-filled family event! 🎃💜🦇

Purchase tickets to the first ever 𝑯𝒂𝒍𝒍𝒐𝒘𝒆𝒆𝒏 𝑬𝒙𝒕𝒓𝒂𝒗𝒂𝒈𝒂𝒏𝒛𝒂: 𝑭𝒂𝒎𝒊𝒍𝒚 𝑵𝒊𝒈𝒉𝒕, and you get spooky hands-on activities (boo bubbles, pumpkin science, & more), entrance into our family-friendly haunted house 𝑩𝒐𝒐-𝒍𝒆𝒗𝒂𝒓𝒅 𝑻𝒉𝒆𝒂𝒕𝒆𝒓, and a planetarium show all in one Halloween-packed event! Choose between our two popular Halloween shows 𝑶𝒐𝒌𝒚 𝑺𝒑𝒐𝒐𝒌𝒚 𝑳𝒊𝒈𝒉𝒕 𝑺𝒉𝒐𝒘 and 𝑳𝒂𝒔𝒆𝒓 𝑯𝒂𝒍𝒍𝒐𝒘𝒆𝒆𝒏! Plus - after a night of fun you'll leave with a bag of treats to take home, no tricks here! Get your Extravaganza tickets in advance at: SloanLongway.org/Extravaganza.

📍Sloan Museum of Discovery & Longway Planetarium
⏰ 5-7 p.m.
🎫 $10/person

Thank you to our community partners: Stockton House, Flint Regional Science & Engineering Fair, R&B Used Books, Ennis Center for Children, Mott Community College Admissions, and Genesee Health System.

10/06/2026

Check out all the Halloween happenings this week at Sloan Museum & Longway Planetarium!

10/06/2026

A beloved town movie theater has experienced a terrible tragedy! Do you have what it takes to step in and solve the murder? 🔍

There's just a few spots left for our special, adults-only Halloween event 𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝑲𝒊𝒍𝒍𝒆𝒓 𝑭𝒆𝒂𝒕𝒖𝒓𝒆: 𝑨 𝑴𝒖𝒓𝒅𝒆𝒓 𝑴𝒚𝒔𝒕𝒆𝒓𝒚! Happening this Wednesday, October 7 from 6 to 9 p.m., this immersive Murder Mystery night includes a snack charcuterie board and 1 drink ticket, plus additional drinks available for purchase. You'll work together as a group to find out who committed the murder and bring the killer to justice!

Pre-registration is required; reserve online or call our events staff: (810) 237-3400.

*This event is for Adults ONLY, photo ID will be required upon entry.

10/05/2026

Today, recognize a Teacher for their hard work and dedication! 💕 World Teacher Day has been celebrated since 1994, honoring educators and their impact on children’s learning and development. Our very talented Education and Outreach team provides science and history education to our community partners, visitors, libraries around the state, and field trips from all over the state!

"It takes a big heart to help shape little minds." Teachers always get FREE general admission with proof of school ID.