Imagine Planet

Imagine Planet Imagine Planet is a no-admission, non-profit, science enrichment, hands-on activity center, where adults and children can explore, create, learn, and play.

The idea for Imagine Planet grew from the realization that access to science enrichment opportunities had attendance barriers including high admission fees and lack of transportation. By keeping overhead costs low, and choosing a location in the heart of the city of Jackson, we can offer free admission. We're a non-profit and welcome contributions from those who can manage it (from material goods

to corporate sponsors and monetary donations). Repeat visits are encouraged both by the free admission and by changing activities so that there is something new every time you attend. Come join the fun!!

06/13/2026
06/13/2026

Balloons don’t "float away"—they fall back to Earth as toxic confetti.
THE REALITY: → Latex is NOT "biodegradable" in the time it takes for an animal to eat it. → Balloons are the #1 cause of plastic-related death for seabirds. → Strings cause strangulation and entanglement for land wildlife. → They frequently land in protected marine sanctuaries.
THE LAW: → Increasingly banned in cities across CA, FL, and NJ. → Laws are shifting toward "balloon litter" classification.
BETTER WAYS TO HONOR/CELEBRATE: → Planting a memorial tree. → Releasing bubbles (biodegradable). → Planting native wildflowers. → Floating flower petals in a controlled container.
Choose a legacy that sustains life, not one that litters it.

06/13/2026

✨ A group of fireflies is called a sparkle.

📜 Note: In an earlier carousel post on our feed, I misidentified a group of fireflies as a twinkle when they are very much a sparkle. I’m sorry. I removed the image and updated it here. This collective noun is mostly poetic and not used scientifically. Another poetic name for a group of fireflies is “glow” but they are mostly known as a swarm.—Ashley

06/13/2026

Can amphibians live for a long time? Toad-ally! The American toad, pictured here, can live for more than 30 years. The olm, a European salamander, may be able to live for more than a century! 🐸

06/13/2026
06/13/2026
06/13/2026

Bleach and bath towels are urgently needed at the shelter!!

Please consider donating today to help us keep the animals safe, healthy, and comfortable.

Every donation makes a difference and we appreciate your support! 💚🐾

Address

730 Tomlinson Street
Jackson, MI
49203

Opening Hours

Monday 12pm - 5pm
Friday 12pm - 5pm
Saturday 12pm - 5pm

Telephone

+17343589893

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