Explore the intersection of art and technology through a series of creative interactive stations. Build a paper bag lantern, customize a laser-cut keychain, experiment with an unusual musical machine, and more! Bakken museum educators will be available to assist with each activity. Space is limited to the first 60 registrants. This event is intended for […]
Visit the museum for an in-depth exploration of science, technology, engineering, art, and math topics with hands-on activities and partner demonstrations. This family-focused event features interactive learning stations, make-and-take activities, and experts from the STEM field in Minnesota who will share their experiences and insight as women in science. Discovery Days activities are included with […]
Join us at The Bakken Museum for a book club unlike any other. We will spend four Wednesday evenings (April 6, 13, 20, 27) diving into Andrea Wulf’s The Invention of Nature: Alexander von Humboldt’s New World. Engage with concepts discussed in the literature through rare books and artifacts presented by The Bakken Museum’s curator. A […]
Join us this December for an event inspired by our favorite droids! Activities are included with museum admission: – Get your picture with members of the 501st Legion Central Garrison dressed as Star Wars characters – Search for droids hidden throughout the museum – Pilot a robot through a maze – Learn the basics of […]
Join us at The Bakken Museum for a book club unlike any other. We will spend four Wednesday evenings (April 5, 12, 19, 26) diving into Sandeep Jauhar’s Heart: A History. Engage with concepts discussed in the literature through rare books and artifacts presented by The Bakken Museum’s curators. A paperback copy of the book […]
Did you love summer camp so much you want to do it again? Maybe you never got to go, but always wanted to? Now’s the time! Join us for a night of 21+ summer camp here at The Bakken Museum. Friends of the museum will be sharing drink samples while you enjoy camp-themed activities and […]
Skip the chicken dinner and join us at The Bakken Museum to experience our nationally recognized education programs and support inquiry-based STEM education. We’re setting up games and experiments all over the museum to show off what we do best – inspire innovators. Proceeds from the event support our one-of-a-kind museum experience, equity-focused STEM education […]
Tinkering is more fun with two! Take your Valentine’s date (romantic or otherwise) to the hottest spot in town – building robots at The Bakken Museum. Our educators will provide step-by-step instructions as you construct and customize your robot in our makerspace. Complimentary snacks and non-alcoholic drinks will be provided. Robot kit choices include an […]
Get inspired by women using science, technology, and the humanities to make the world a better place. Join us for a family-focused event featuring hands-on activity tables, interactive experiments, and demonstrations by community partners. This event is recommended for ages 5-14, plus friends and family. Discovery Day access and activities are included with the cost […]
