Image of the giant astronaut at the Science Museum with a family walking up the stairs nearby

Events at the Science Museum of Minnesota

Special Events

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Nonprofits

Tuesday, May 27, 5-6:30 p.m. | Free | Hear from professionals from the museum, Children’s Minnesota, and other community organizations about how diversity and inclusion work is evolving.

Thunder Lizard Release

Sunday, June 8, 1-4 p.m. | Swi(n)g on by BlackStack Brewing for the launch of the Thunder Lizard IPA, a fan-favorite beer celebrating our own science.

Our Backyard opens

Monday, June 9 | Come play in our outdoor exhibit that transforms learning into large-scale adventures you can't experience inside. Powered by Xcel Energy.

Museum Nights: Summer Camps

Thursday, June 12, 6-10 p.m. | Have fond memories of summer camp at the museum? This 21+ event will bring you back — this time, with a drink in hand.

Community Curators: Discussion

Saturday, June 14, 1-2 p.m. | Join Community Curator Jeremy Red Eagle for a conversation about traditional Dakota art and his current display at the museum.

Recurring Events

Research and Collections Tours

Mondays, 10 a.m. | Get a rare look at how science is done while exploring our world-class collections and meeting the scientists who care for them.

Museum Nights

Fridays 5-8 p.m. | Our evening museum programming is the perfect weekend plan. Eat, drink, play and be STEM-y!

A family playing in the topographical sand projections exhibit.

Sensory Friendly Sundays

First Sunday of every month | Enjoy a quieter, less sensory-stimulating museum experience.

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