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Masco Continues “Free First Fridays” at Cranbrook Institute of Science in 2020

Community Development

Masco Corporation Foundation is excited to continue sponsoring the “Free First Friday” series at the Cranbrook Institute of Science in Bloomfield Hills, MI. Masco Free First Fridays have been offered since 2010, allowing nearly 5,000 visitors a year to enjoy the Institute free of charge.

Through Masco’s sponsorship, visitors receive free general admission to the museum the first Friday of each month after 5 pm. To make it easier for families of all means to visit and enjoy all the science exhibits the Institute has to offer, the program will also be expanded this year, allowing residents of selected underserved communities to receive free admission to the Institute’s Acheson Planetarium and the changing exhibit hall during the First Free Fridays.

 

Masco is proud to make this important community resource accessible for more families and hopes that the experience inspires our scientists of the future!

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