Putnam Museum - GIANT Screen Movie Theater
Penguin Island 3D
Much like their close cousins the Emperors, crowd-pleasing King penguins star in one of nature’s most extraordinary circle of life stories. Shot on the dramatic and uninhabited sub-Antarctic Crozet Archipelago, home to over half a million breeding pairs of penguins, the film chronicles the arrival of a lone, determined male suitor, driven by instinct to return to this treeless mote in the vast Southern seas. Here, against all odds, he must find a special someone among a cacophony of colony rivals, protect a precious egg, and start a family. Navigating a world of hungry orcas, predatory petrels, and feuding, farting elephant seals, a touching story of perseverance and parental care emerges, offering a family-friendly, timeless tale at the windswept and beautiful edge of the world.
For over nine months the production team braved overwhelming extremes to bring this remarkable penguin odyssey to the giant screen—diving into otherworldly kelp forests, pointing cameras into wind-blasting volcanic ash, and camping among brutish and aggressive island denizens. The result is an immersive voyage to the hidden world of a most beloved animal, a faraway PENGUIN ISLAND rarely seen by humans.
Penguin Island 3D
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Can I take photos or videos inside?
Generally yes, but flash photography may be restricted—especially in galleries with light-sensitive items.
What are the museum hours?
Open Monday–Saturday 10 AM–5 PM (Thursdays until 8 PM), and Sunday from noon–5 PM.
How do school group visits work?
School groups require 1 adult per 10 students (one teacher per class free); general admission + film + program pricing is available. Groups should arrive 15–20 minutes early and check in at Ticketing Counter.
Can I still join a movie late?
No—For safety reasons, visitors are not admitted once the screening has begun; no reserved seating is available.
Is food allowed inside?
No outside food or drink is allowed in exhibits or the science center. On-site concessions are available, but group snack packs should be pre‑ordered.
