Who We Are

Established in 1979, the Friends of Sloan Museum and Longway Planetarium (FOSL) is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization with the goal of providing funds for two purposes:

1. Engaging our community with educational programs in science and history.
2. The acquisition, maintenance, and restoration of Sloan Museum's automotive collection.

The Friends present the annual Golden Memories car show each September, and the annual Sloan Museum Auto Fair is organized by a committee of FOSL. The group also supports the museum and planetarium with items not covered by grants. For example, the Friends donated funds for a van that is used for school outreach programs, as well as sponsoring the annual Night at the Museum gala fundraiser. Most recently, the Friends helped purchase and bring home the 1909 Paterson Motor Buggy, which was built here in Flint.

You can contribute to this work by donating to the FOSL, or by becoming a Friend of Sloan Museum & Longway Planetarium.

MAKE A DONATION

Become A Friend of Sloan Longway

By becoming a Friend of Sloan Longway, you'll receive:

• 1-year FREE admission to Sloan Museum and Longway Planetarium
• FREE ASTC reciprocal membership to more than 350 science centers worldwide
• 15% discount in Sloan Museum and Longway Planetarium gift shops
• 20% discount on Sloan Museum and Longway Planetarium facility rentals (excludes the Sweet & Simple Birthday Party package)
• Discounts on select classes, camps, special events, and programs
• Invitation to special members-only preview parties for new shows and exhibits.
• Members-only Viewpoints newsletter
• Members-only email announcements
• Brunch and updates with Executive Director
• FREE admission for two additional guests each visit
• Recognition in the Annual Message
• Invitation to Friends of Sloan Museum and Longway Planetarium donor events
• 4 free member day passes to give to friends and family

Association of Science and Technology Centers (ASTC)
Travel Passport Program

Sloan Museum and Longway Planetarium participate in the ASTC Travel Passport Program, making our members eligible for benefits such as free or discounted admission at over 350 science centers worldwide. Exclusions apply and benefits vary.

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Renewing Your Membership

Select your membership type and click the "Buy Now" button. On the next page, enter the names of each person who will receive admission with the membership. Our membership team will review the order to make sure it is applied to your current membership account. If there are any problems, the Membership Coordinator will contact you.

Membership FAQ

For information on our membership programs, please read our Membership FAQ. If you have additional questions or for more information, contact the Membership Coordinator at Membership@SloanLongway.org or 810-237-3457.

Interested in learning about our Community Service Memberships? Click here!