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SUMMARY:H.B. Fuller Featured Partner Day 
DESCRIPTION:Join our partners from H.B. Fuller on the museum floor for hands-on activities and demonstrations that fuse scientific principles with their organization’s mission. Connect with STEM professionals from their organization\, learn the ‘why’ behind their work\, and deepen your understanding of their contributions to STEM.  \n\n\n\nFeatured activities:  \n\n\n\n\nSpot the Glue on a mannequin with beauty applications \n\n\n\nHow sticky is it? Touch and feel adhesive samples and guess the glue being used\n\n\n\nFake skin pads show the difference between sutures and glue on wounds \n\n\n\nSpin the question wheel for a chance at a prize
URL:https://smm.org/event/fpd-hb-fuller/
LOCATION:Science Museum of Minnesota\, 120 West Kellogg Blvd.\, St. Paul\, Minnesota\, 55102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free with admission
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SUMMARY:Museum Nights
DESCRIPTION:Media Partner  \n\n\n\nFriday nights are the perfect time for a museum adventure! Explore museum galleries\, check out special Science Live performances\, enjoy delectable food and drink\, and catch an Omnitheater showing of our latest large-screen offering.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTo make the most of your Museum Night adventure:  \n\n\n\n\n5:15 p.m.: Science Spectacle! \n\n\n\nLive demonstration featuring a rotating collection of supporting characters\, including fire\, rockets\, and more.  \n\n\n\n\n\n5:30 p.m.: Talks with a Scientist \n\n\n\nBite-sized presentations from local scientists and researchers about a new topic each week.  \n\n\n\n\n\n6:15 p.m.: Science of Sex Trivia \n\n\n\nTest your knowledge of the history and chemistry of copulation during this adults-only offering.  \n\n\n\n\n\n7:15 p.m.: Lave Live \n\n\n\nThe hottest show in town culminates with a live lava pour — you can’t witness this anywhere else.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLooking for a less structured visit? Food\, beverage\, gallery exploration\, and Omnitheater movies are all on continuous rotation during Museum Nights. Learn more at smm.org/mn. 
URL:https://smm.org/event/museum-nights-4-17/
LOCATION:Science Museum of Minnesota\, 120 West Kellogg Blvd.\, St. Paul\, Minnesota\, 55102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free with admission
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SUMMARY:Member Hour x Science Live: Cryogenics
DESCRIPTION:Explore a world of cold with surprise theatrics using liquid nitrogen in our fan-favorite Cryogenics Science Live show.
URL:https://smm.org/event/member-hour-4-24/
LOCATION:Science Museum of Minnesota\, 120 West Kellogg Blvd.\, St. Paul\, Minnesota\, 55102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Member Only
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260430T180000
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DTSTAMP:20260616T022639
CREATED:20260202T153815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T150825Z
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SUMMARY:Science Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Experience the elements. Support science that matters. Journey through earth\, air\, water\, and fire through immersive installations\, unlimited creative food and drink pairings inspired by science\, and hands-on experiences.
URL:https://smm.org/event/celebration/
LOCATION:Science Museum of Minnesota\, 120 West Kellogg Blvd.\, St. Paul\, Minnesota\, 55102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult,Fundraiser
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SUMMARY:Museum Nights
DESCRIPTION:Media Partner  \n\n\n\nFriday nights are the perfect time for a museum adventure! Explore museum galleries\, check out special Science Live performances\, enjoy delectable food and drink\, and catch an Omnitheater showing of our latest large-screen offering.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTo make the most of your Museum Night adventure:  \n\n\n\n\n5:15 p.m.: Science Spectacle! \n\n\n\nLive demonstration featuring a rotating collection of supporting characters\, including fire\, rockets\, and more.  \n\n\n\n\n\n5:30 p.m.: Talks with a Scientist \n\n\n\nBite-sized presentations from local scientists and researchers about a new topic each week.  \n\n\n\n\n\n6:15 p.m.: Science of Sex Trivia \n\n\n\nTest your knowledge of the history and chemistry of copulation during this adults-only offering.  \n\n\n\n\n\n7:15 p.m.: Science Spectacle!  \n\n\n\nLive demonstration featuring a rotating collection of supporting characters\, including fire\, rockets\, and more. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLooking for a less structured visit? Food\, beverage\, gallery exploration\, and Omnitheater movies are all on continuous rotation during Museum Nights. Learn more at smm.org/mn. 
URL:https://smm.org/event/museum-nights-5-1/
LOCATION:Science Museum of Minnesota\, 120 West Kellogg Blvd.\, St. Paul\, Minnesota\, 55102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free with admission
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260502T150000
DTSTAMP:20260616T022639
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T172106Z
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SUMMARY:Air\, Space\, and Sci-Fest
DESCRIPTION:Prepare for takeoff — you’re about to embark on an out-of-this-world journey to infinity and beyond. Air\, Space\, and Sci-Fest is an all-new celebration of flight\, futuristic worlds\, and the science that powers them. \n\n\n\nDuring this event\, dive deeper into our atmosphere\, from the physics of air and motion to the far reaches of space and sci-fi storytelling. Explore hands-on activities\, interactive performances\, and live demonstrations that uncover the science behind the stars\, the planets\, and the preposterous.  \n\n\n\nAir\, Space\, and Sci-Fest programming partners: \n\n\n\n\nAstro Club\, University of Minnesota Chapter\n\n\n\nAurorasaurus\n\n\n\nComo Planetarium\n\n\n\nNational Society of Black Physicists\, University of Minnesota chapter\n\n\n\nStarry Skies North\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRide free to the museum with Metro Transit!
URL:https://smm.org/event/sci-fest/
LOCATION:Science Museum of Minnesota\, 120 West Kellogg Blvd.\, St. Paul\, Minnesota\, 55102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free with admission
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SUMMARY:Bolton and Menk Featured Partner Day
DESCRIPTION:Join our partners from Bolton and Menk on the museum floor for hands-on activities and demonstrations that fuse scientific principles with their organization’s mission. Connect with STEM professionals from their organization\, learn the ‘why’ behind their work\, and deepen your understanding of their contributions to STEM. 
URL:https://smm.org/event/fpd-bolton-menk/
LOCATION:Science Museum of Minnesota\, 120 West Kellogg Blvd.\, St. Paul\, Minnesota\, 55102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free with admission
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260508T170000
DTSTAMP:20260616T022639
CREATED:20260227T184518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T185255Z
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SUMMARY:Insider Science Tour: Collections
DESCRIPTION:Seize this chance to not only see our collections and meet the specialists doing the work. Tours are limited to 10 participants for a more personalized experience\, so don’t wait to secure a spot for this one-of-a-kind opportunity.
URL:https://smm.org/event/collections-tour-5-8/
LOCATION:Science Museum of Minnesota\, 120 West Kellogg Blvd.\, St. Paul\, Minnesota\, 55102\, United States
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SUMMARY:Museum Nights
DESCRIPTION:Media Partner  \n\n\n\nFriday nights are the perfect time for a museum adventure! Explore museum galleries\, check out special Science Live performances\, enjoy delectable food and drink\, and catch an Omnitheater showing of our latest large-screen offering.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTo make the most of your Museum Night adventure:  \n\n\n\n\n5:15 p.m.: Science Spectacle! \n\n\n\nLive demonstration featuring a rotating collection of supporting characters\, including fire\, rockets\, and more.  \n\n\n\n\n\n5:30 p.m.: Talks with a ScientistLily Watkins\, Mechanical Engineering\, University of Minnesota  \n\n\n\nBite-sized presentations from local scientists and researchers about a new topic each week.  \n\n\n\n\n\n6:15 p.m.: Science of Sex Trivia \n\n\n\nTest your knowledge of the history and chemistry of copulation during this adults-only offering.  \n\n\n\n\n\n7:15 p.m.: Science Spectacle!  \n\n\n\nLive demonstration featuring a rotating collection of supporting characters\, including fire\, rockets\, and more. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLooking for a less structured visit? Food\, beverage\, gallery exploration\, and Omnitheater movies are all on continuous rotation during Museum Nights. Learn more at smm.org/mn. 
URL:https://smm.org/event/museum-nights-5-8/
LOCATION:Science Museum of Minnesota\, 120 West Kellogg Blvd.\, St. Paul\, Minnesota\, 55102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free with admission
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260515T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260515T170000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T185053Z
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SUMMARY:Insider Science Tour: Anthropology
DESCRIPTION:Seize this chance to not only see our Anthropology collection and meet the specialists doing the work. Tours are limited to 10 participants for a more personalized experience\, so don’t wait to secure a spot for this one-of-a-kind opportunity.
URL:https://smm.org/event/anthropology-tour-5-15/
LOCATION:Science Museum of Minnesota\, 120 West Kellogg Blvd.\, St. Paul\, Minnesota\, 55102\, United States
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SUMMARY:Museum Nights
DESCRIPTION:Media Partner  \n\n\n\nFriday nights are the perfect time for a museum adventure! Explore museum galleries\, check out special Science Live performances\, enjoy delectable food and drink\, and catch an Omnitheater showing of our latest large-screen offering.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTo make the most of your Museum Night adventure:  \n\n\n\n\n5:15 p.m.: Science Spectacle! \n\n\n\nLive demonstration featuring a rotating collection of supporting characters\, including fire\, rockets\, and more.  \n\n\n\n\n\n5:30 p.m.: Talks with a Scientist \n\n\n\nBite-sized presentations from local scientists and researchers about a new topic each week.  \n\n\n\n\n\n6:15 p.m.: Science of Sex Trivia \n\n\n\nTest your knowledge of the history and chemistry of copulation during this adults-only offering.  \n\n\n\n\n\n7:15 p.m.: Science Spectacle!  \n\n\n\nLive demonstration featuring a rotating collection of supporting characters\, including fire\, rockets\, and more. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLooking for a less structured visit? Food\, beverage\, gallery exploration\, and Omnitheater movies are all on continuous rotation during Museum Nights. Learn more at smm.org/mn. 
URL:https://smm.org/event/museum-nights-5-15/
LOCATION:Science Museum of Minnesota\, 120 West Kellogg Blvd.\, St. Paul\, Minnesota\, 55102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free with admission
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260522T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260522T170000
DTSTAMP:20260616T022639
CREATED:20260507T202405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T202909Z
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SUMMARY:Insider Science Tour: Paleontology
DESCRIPTION:Seize this chance to not only see our Paleontology collection and meet the specialists doing the work. Tours are limited to 10 participants for a more personalized experience\, so don’t wait to secure a spot for this one-of-a-kind opportunity.
URL:https://smm.org/event/paleontology-tour-5-22/
LOCATION:Science Museum of Minnesota\, 120 West Kellogg Blvd.\, St. Paul\, Minnesota\, 55102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260522T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260522T200000
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SUMMARY:Museum Nights
DESCRIPTION:Media Partner  \n\n\n\nFriday nights are the perfect time for a museum adventure! Explore museum galleries\, check out special Science Live performances\, enjoy delectable food and drink\, and catch an Omnitheater showing of our latest large-screen offering.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTo make the most of your Museum Night adventure:  \n\n\n\n\n5:15 p.m.: Science Spectacle! \n\n\n\nLive demonstration featuring a rotating collection of supporting characters\, including fire\, rockets\, and more.  \n\n\n\n\n\n5:30 p.m.: Talks with a ScientistRishi Raj\, Materials Science\, University of Minnesota  \n\n\n\nBite-sized presentations from local scientists and researchers about a new topic each week.  \n\n\n\n\n\n6:15 p.m.: Science of Sex Trivia \n\n\n\nTest your knowledge of the history and chemistry of copulation during this adults-only offering.  \n\n\n\n\n\n7:15 p.m.: Science Spectacle!  \n\n\n\nLive demonstration featuring a rotating collection of supporting characters\, including fire\, rockets\, and more. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLooking for a less structured visit? Food\, beverage\, gallery exploration\, and Omnitheater movies are all on continuous rotation during Museum Nights. Learn more at smm.org/mn. 
URL:https://smm.org/event/museum-nights-5-22/
LOCATION:Science Museum of Minnesota\, 120 West Kellogg Blvd.\, St. Paul\, Minnesota\, 55102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free with admission
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260523T220000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260524T190000
DTSTAMP:20260616T022639
CREATED:20260429T140747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T145602Z
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SUMMARY:Opening Day: Our Backyard
DESCRIPTION:Powered by  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBe the first to visit Our Backyard!  \n\n\n\nOur Backyard is the summer space to create\, build\, splash\, wander\, and reminisce — or simply take a break and enjoy the river view. In this interactive outdoor exhibit\, experience large-scale\, full-body\, nature-based\, messy\, and noisy experiences that reconnect you with the world around us. Our Backyard\, where engineering meets creativity on the Mississippi River\, offers sophisticated outdoor fun for all science enthusiasts. \n\n\n\nDemonstration fields and gardens provide a living laboratory for exploration of cultural connections\, sustainability\, and the future of food. Shaded seating and a 1\,700-square foot pavilion — thanks to our friends at Best Buy Foundation — make it the perfect place to enjoy lunch while exploring the museum. \n\n\n\n\n\nExhibit Highlights \n\n\n\n\nDrop a small parachute\, experimenting with wind resistance\n\n\n\nCreate and run your own obstacle course\n\n\n\nMake music in hammock chime chairs\n\n\n\nCreate a small wind turbine\, testing its effectiveness\n\n\n\nShare secrets across the park using whisper dishes\n\n\n\nDesign a game using water blasters and targets\n\n\n\nExploring Energy\, powered by Xcel Energy\, a set of interactive exhibits that give you the chance to experiment with energy and wind power
URL:https://smm.org/event/backyard-opening-2026/
LOCATION:Science Museum of Minnesota\, 120 West Kellogg Blvd.\, St. Paul\, Minnesota\, 55102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free with admission
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260529T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260529T100000
DTSTAMP:20260616T022639
CREATED:20260317T185554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T185558Z
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SUMMARY:Member Hour x Science Live: Mind Games
DESCRIPTION:Our minds are a tricky place! Join us for Mind Games to learn how the brain works to make sense of the world around us.
URL:https://smm.org/event/member-hour-5-29/
LOCATION:Science Museum of Minnesota\, 120 West Kellogg Blvd.\, St. Paul\, Minnesota\, 55102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Member Only
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260529T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260529T140000
DTSTAMP:20260616T022639
CREATED:20260325T184351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T171520Z
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SUMMARY:Cummins Featured Partner Day
DESCRIPTION:Join our partners from Cummins on the museum floor for hands-on activities and demonstrations that fuse scientific principles with their organization’s mission. Connect with STEM professionals from their organization\, learn the ‘why’ behind their work\, and deepen your understanding of their contributions to STEM. 
URL:https://smm.org/event/cummins-fpd/
LOCATION:Science Museum of Minnesota\, 120 West Kellogg Blvd.\, St. Paul\, Minnesota\, 55102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free with admission
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260529T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260529T170000
DTSTAMP:20260616T022639
CREATED:20260507T203111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T203114Z
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SUMMARY:Insider Science Tour: Collection
DESCRIPTION:Seize this chance to not only see our collections and meet the specialists doing the work. Tours are limited to 10 participants for a more personalized experience\, so don’t wait to secure a spot for this one-of-a-kind opportunity.
URL:https://smm.org/event/collections-tour-5-29/
LOCATION:Science Museum of Minnesota\, 120 West Kellogg Blvd.\, St. Paul\, Minnesota\, 55102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260529T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260529T200000
DTSTAMP:20260616T022639
CREATED:20260506T175333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T190722Z
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SUMMARY:Museum Nights
DESCRIPTION:Media Partner  \n\n\n\nFriday nights are the perfect time for a museum adventure! Explore museum galleries\, check out special Science Live performances\, enjoy delectable food and drink\, and catch an Omnitheater showing of our latest large-screen offering.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTo make the most of your Museum Night adventure:  \n\n\n\n\n5:15 p.m.: Science Spectacle! \n\n\n\nLive demonstration featuring a rotating collection of supporting characters\, including fire\, rockets\, and more.  \n\n\n\n\n\n5:30 p.m.: Talks with a Scientist \n\n\n\nBite-sized presentations from local scientists and researchers about a new topic each week.  \n\n\n\n\n\n6:15 p.m.: Science of Sex Trivia \n\n\n\nTest your knowledge of the history and chemistry of copulation during this adults-only offering.  \n\n\n\n\n\n7:15 p.m.: Science Spectacle!  \n\n\n\nLive demonstration featuring a rotating collection of supporting characters\, including fire\, rockets\, and more. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLooking for a less structured visit? Food\, beverage\, gallery exploration\, and Omnitheater movies are all on continuous rotation during Museum Nights. Learn more at smm.org/mn. 
URL:https://smm.org/event/museum-nights-5-29/
LOCATION:Science Museum of Minnesota\, 120 West Kellogg Blvd.\, St. Paul\, Minnesota\, 55102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free with admission
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260530T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260530T160000
DTSTAMP:20260616T022640
CREATED:20260512T194008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T194010Z
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SUMMARY:Downtown Riverwalk Inauguration
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the inauguration of the Downtown Riverwalk\, a vibrant two-mile loop connecting downtown Saint Paul and the Mississippi River. For generations\, the Mississippi River has shaped St\, Paul’s identity\, and the Downtown Riverwalk will bring that connection into everyday life by creating new ways to experience the river city together. \n\n\n\nExplore the Riverwalk at your own pace as parks\, plazas\, and riverfront spaces come alive with food\, live music\, guided walks\, hands-on activities\, and stories about the people\, places\, and history that shaped St. Paul as a river capital. The route stretches from the Science Museum of Minnesota along Shepard Road and Kellogg Boulevard\, linking some of downtown’s most iconic spaces — all connected by new wayfinding and river views.  \n\n\n\nHosted in partnership with Science Museum of Minnesota\, Ramsey County/Riversedge\, City of Saint Paul/Park & Recreation\, Public Art Saint Paul\, Friends of Upper Landing Park\, and Little Brazil MN.
URL:https://smm.org/event/downtown-riverwalk-inauguration/
LOCATION:Science Museum of Minnesota\, 120 West Kellogg Blvd.\, St. Paul\, Minnesota\, 55102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260530T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260530T200000
DTSTAMP:20260616T022640
CREATED:20260526T145655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T145820Z
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SUMMARY:Opening Day: Minnesota’s Greatest Environmental Investment
DESCRIPTION:Be the first to see our new exhibit\, Minnesota’s Greatest Environmental Investment\, with an opening presentation on the Level 3 Atrium Stage at 4 p.m.  \n\n\n\nSince 1991\, Minnesotans have supported thousands of projects across the state through the Environment and Natural Resources Trust Fund (ENRTF). These projects span various geographies and fields of study but share a common goal: to preserve\, protect\, and maintain Minnesota’s natural resources.  \n\n\n\n\n\nDiscover how the ENRTF has a positive\, multigenerational impact in Minnesota by exploring an interactive map containing more than 100 stories\, all of which highlight how Minnesotans care for our outdoor spaces. In this feel-good exhibit\, enjoy mini-documentaries\, spotlight videos\, slide shows\, and activities about the people and places that are making the state more green. 
URL:https://smm.org/event/minnesotas-greatest-environmental-investment-opening-2026/
LOCATION:Science Museum of Minnesota\, 120 West Kellogg Blvd.\, St. Paul\, Minnesota\, 55102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free with admission
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260605T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260605T170000
DTSTAMP:20260616T022640
CREATED:20260227T184513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260314T210107Z
UID:5850-1780675200-1780678800@smm.org
SUMMARY:Insider Science Tour: Collection
DESCRIPTION:Seize this chance to not only see our collections and meet the specialists doing the work. Tours are limited to 10 participants for a more personalized experience\, so don’t wait to secure a spot for this one-of-a-kind opportunity.
URL:https://smm.org/event/collection-tour-6-5/
LOCATION:Science Museum of Minnesota\, 120 West Kellogg Blvd.\, St. Paul\, Minnesota\, 55102\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260605T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260605T200000
DTSTAMP:20260616T022640
CREATED:20260528T191556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T191559Z
UID:6808-1780678800-1780689600@smm.org
SUMMARY:Museum Nights
DESCRIPTION:Media Partner  \n\n\n\nFriday nights are the perfect time for a museum adventure! Explore museum galleries\, check out special Science Live performances\, enjoy delectable food and drink\, and catch an Omnitheater showing of our latest large-screen offering.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTo make the most of your Museum Night adventure:  \n\n\n\n\n5:15 p.m.: Science Spectacle! \n\n\n\nLive demonstration featuring a rotating collection of supporting characters\, including fire\, rockets\, and more.  \n\n\n\n\n\n5:30 p.m.: Talks with a ScientistShannon O’Neill\, University of Minnesota Duluth\, Water Resources \n\n\n\nBite-sized presentations from local scientists and researchers about a new topic each week.  \n\n\n\n\n\n6:15 p.m.: Science Spectacle! \n\n\n\nLive demonstration featuring a rotating collection of supporting characters\, including fire\, rockets\, and more.  \n\n\n\n\n\n7:15 p.m.: Science Spectacle!  \n\n\n\nLive demonstration featuring a rotating collection of supporting characters\, including fire\, rockets\, and more. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLooking for a less structured visit? Food\, beverage\, gallery exploration\, and Omnitheater movies are all on continuous rotation during Museum Nights. Learn more at smm.org/mn. 
URL:https://smm.org/event/museum-nights-6-5/
LOCATION:Science Museum of Minnesota\, 120 West Kellogg Blvd.\, St. Paul\, Minnesota\, 55102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free with admission
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260606T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260606T150000
DTSTAMP:20260616T022640
CREATED:20260422T203416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T173724Z
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SUMMARY:Maker Fest
DESCRIPTION:Calling all crafters\, makers\, and creatives! If you’re more inspired-by than inspiring\, you belong here just as much — join us for the first annual Maker Fest! \n\n\n\nThis new event is a celebration of creativity\, innovation\, and learning\, principles that weave into the STEM work we do every day.  \n\n\n\nDuring this event\, unravel the art of creating\, from the history of the materials we use to the science of set design. Explore hands-on activities\, conversations with local makers\, and live demonstrations that interweave the scientific and technical aspects of making with artistic and creative inspiration.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMaker Fest programming partners: \n\n\n\n\nSadie Ward\n\n\n\nCenter for People and Craft\n\n\n\nFree Geek\n\n\n\nWeavers Guild of Minnesota/Three Rivers Fibershed\n\n\n\nNorthern Clay Center\n\n\n\nFilm North \n\n\n\nTwin Cities Maker \n\n\n\nBearded Lady Heritage Crafts \n\n\n\nChildren’s Theatre Company \n\n\n\nJason Altekruse \n\n\n\nInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (UMN Student Chapter)\n\n\n\nSt. Paul Art Collective \n\n\n\nAmerican Society of Landscape Architects \n\n\n\nUrban Boat Builders \n\n\n\nLandmark Jewelers \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nRide free to the museum with Metro Transit!
URL:https://smm.org/event/maker-fest/
LOCATION:Science Museum of Minnesota\, 120 West Kellogg Blvd.\, St. Paul\, Minnesota\, 55102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free with admission
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260611T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260611T193000
DTSTAMP:20260616T022640
CREATED:20260528T193602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T193605Z
UID:6758-1781200800-1781206200@smm.org
SUMMARY:Science Live pop-up at Fulton Taproom
DESCRIPTION:Cool science meets craft beer in this special pop-up event kicking off the new Lab Partners collaboration between Fulton Brewing and the Science Museum of Minnesota. The star of the evening: liquid nitrogen.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nStop by for live cryogenics demonstrations showcasing the chilling feats and freezing temperatures of this science staple – while enjoying a cool pint of one of Fulton’s finest brews. 
URL:https://smm.org/event/science-live-pop-up-at-fulton-taproom/
LOCATION:Fulton Taproom\, 414 N 6th Ave\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260612T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260612T140000
DTSTAMP:20260616T022640
CREATED:20260325T181727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T171605Z
UID:6081-1781258400-1781272800@smm.org
SUMMARY:Cummins Featured Partner Day
DESCRIPTION:Join our partners from Cummins on the museum floor for hands-on activities and demonstrations that fuse scientific principles with their organization’s mission. Connect with STEM professionals from their organization\, learn the ‘why’ behind their work\, and deepen your understanding of their contributions to STEM. 
URL:https://smm.org/event/fpd-cummins/
LOCATION:Science Museum of Minnesota\, 120 West Kellogg Blvd.\, St. Paul\, Minnesota\, 55102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free with admission
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260612T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260612T170000
DTSTAMP:20260616T022640
CREATED:20260507T203301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T203305Z
UID:6557-1781280000-1781283600@smm.org
SUMMARY:Insider Science Tour: Collection
DESCRIPTION:Seize this chance to not only see our collections and meet the specialists doing the work. Tours are limited to 10 participants for a more personalized experience\, so don’t wait to secure a spot for this one-of-a-kind opportunity.
URL:https://smm.org/event/collections-tour-6-12/
LOCATION:Science Museum of Minnesota\, 120 West Kellogg Blvd.\, St. Paul\, Minnesota\, 55102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260612T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260612T200000
DTSTAMP:20260616T022640
CREATED:20260528T191759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T192031Z
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SUMMARY:Museum Nights
DESCRIPTION:Media Partner  \n\n\n\nFriday nights are the perfect time for a museum adventure! Explore museum galleries\, check out special Science Live performances\, enjoy delectable food and drink\, and catch an Omnitheater showing of our latest large-screen offering.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTo make the most of your Museum Night adventure:  \n\n\n\n\n5:15 p.m.: Science Spectacle! \n\n\n\nLive demonstration featuring a rotating collection of supporting characters\, including fire\, rockets\, and more.  \n\n\n\n\n\n5:30 p.m.: Talks with a Scientist \n\n\n\nBite-sized presentations from local scientists and researchers about a new topic each week.  \n\n\n\n\n\n6:15 p.m.: Science Spectacle! \n\n\n\nLive demonstration featuring a rotating collection of supporting characters\, including fire\, rockets\, and more.  \n\n\n\n\n\n7:15 p.m.: Science Spectacle!  \n\n\n\nLive demonstration featuring a rotating collection of supporting characters\, including fire\, rockets\, and more. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLooking for a less structured visit? Food\, beverage\, gallery exploration\, and Omnitheater movies are all on continuous rotation during Museum Nights. Learn more at smm.org/mn. 
URL:https://smm.org/event/museum-nights-6-12/
LOCATION:Science Museum of Minnesota\, 120 West Kellogg Blvd.\, St. Paul\, Minnesota\, 55102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free with admission
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260613T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260613T230000
DTSTAMP:20260616T022640
CREATED:20260514T143218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T191452Z
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SUMMARY:Club Science: Pride
DESCRIPTION:Media Partner  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBack by popular demand\, we’re gonna party like it’s 1999 (million years ago)! We’re transforming the museum lobby into science’s hottest club\, complete with mood lighting\, tunes by DJ Hayes and emcee Nur-D\, a drag performance by Dick Von Dyke\, a DIY slime bar\, and a very well-dressed T. rex (Rexy’s got a new headset and she’s ready to spin). Join us for an unforgettable night honoring Pride Month by getting down\, having fun\, and connecting with your community. \n\n\n\nDancing not your jam? The museum galleries will be open all evening\, so feel free to bounce between the dance floor and the museum floor to customize your combination of club and science. Hear from local meteorologists Mike Augustyniak and Adam Del Rosso of WCCO-TV and Cody Matz of KMSP-TV about what it’s like being Out in the Storm\, and watch vivid Science Live performances all night.   \n\n\n\nWhether you’re here to dance\, sip\, or wander\, Club Science is the place to be. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat’s happening: \n\n\n\nAvailable all night:   \n\n\n\n\n\nMuseum galleries open for self-guided exploration\n\n\n\nDrinks available for purchase (beer\, wine\, cocktails\, and nonalcoholic options) The first glass of wine\, beer\, or soda is on us! Additional beverages will be available for purchase if you want to keep them flowing after.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n5:30 p.m.: Doors open\, museum galleries accessible to all guests \n\n\n\n\n\n6 and 7 p.m.: Volcanoes: Fires of Creation Omnitheater showing (included with your ticket)Join National Geographic photographer Carsten Peter in going where few would ever dare: dodging boulders at the edge of an active volcano in Indonesia\, descending to a lava lake in Vanuatu\, and visiting incredible acid ponds in Ethiopia. \n\n\n\n\n\n6 p.m.: The Kitchen opens for food purchase (Level 6\, open until 9:30 p.m.) \n\n\n\n\n\n6:10 p.m.: Science Live: Cryogenics demonstration\, Atrium Stage \n\n\n\n\n\n6:30 p.m.: Out in the Storm: A Conversation with LGBTQ+ Meteorologists\, Atrium StageJoin us for a lively conversation with LGBTQ+ meteorologists from across the region as they dish on storm chasing\, science careers\, and what it means to be out and proud on your local news. Whether you love weather or love representation (or both!)\, this is the panel for you. \n\n\n\nFeaturing Mike Augustyniak and Adam Del Rosso of WCCO-TV and Cody Matz of KMSP-TV. \n\n\n\n\n\n7:20 p.m.: Fire Triangle demonstration\, Atrium Stage \n\n\n\n\n\n8 p.m.: Museum closes to general admission and Club Science guests have exclusive access \n\n\n\n\n\n8:15 p.m.: DIY Slime Bar opens (Twin Cities Slime) Squish it\, stretch it\, smell it\, take it home! Our friends at Twin Cities Slime will guide you through making your own one-of-a-kind souvenir. \n\n\n\nDJ Hayes and Nur-D kick off the dance party in the lobbyNur-D is bringing his magnetic personality to emcee a kaleidoscopic mix of musical influences to the museum dance floor.  \n\n\n\nFulton Brewery tastingsJoin our friends from Fulton Brewery for free tastings of their award-winning brews. \n\n\n\n\n\n8:45 p.m.: DragOn drag performance\, Lobby \n\n\n\n\n\n9:15 p.m.: Science Live: Cryogenics demonstration\, Atrium Stage \n\n\n\n\n\n9:45 p.m.: Dick Von Dyke drag performance\, Lobby \n\n\n\n\n\n10:15 p.m.: Fire Triangle demonstration\, Atrium Stage \n\n\n\n\n\n10:30 p.m.: Last call \n\n\n\n\n\n11 p.m.: Event ends \n\n\n\n\n\nDetails$55 (10% member discount)21+\, IDs checked at door 
URL:https://smm.org/event/club-science-pride/
LOCATION:Science Museum of Minnesota\, 120 West Kellogg Blvd.\, St. Paul\, Minnesota\, 55102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260619T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260619T170000
DTSTAMP:20260616T022640
CREATED:20260507T202605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T203026Z
UID:6549-1781884800-1781888400@smm.org
SUMMARY:Insider Science Tour: Biology
DESCRIPTION:Seize this chance to not only see our Biology collection and meet the specialists doing the work. Tours are limited to 10 participants for a more personalized experience\, so don’t wait to secure a spot for this one-of-a-kind opportunity.
URL:https://smm.org/event/biology-tour-6-19/
LOCATION:Science Museum of Minnesota\, 120 West Kellogg Blvd.\, St. Paul\, Minnesota\, 55102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260619T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260619T200000
DTSTAMP:20260616T022640
CREATED:20260528T192021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T192043Z
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SUMMARY:Museum Nights
DESCRIPTION:Media Partner  \n\n\n\nFriday nights are the perfect time for a museum adventure! Explore museum galleries\, check out special Science Live performances\, enjoy delectable food and drink\, and catch an Omnitheater showing of our latest large-screen offering.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTo make the most of your Museum Night adventure:  \n\n\n\n\n5:15 p.m.: Science Spectacle! \n\n\n\nLive demonstration featuring a rotating collection of supporting characters\, including fire\, rockets\, and more.  \n\n\n\n\n\n5:30 p.m.: Talks with a ScientistMichael Chiappone\, University of Minnesota\, Earth and Environmental Sciences \n\n\n\nBite-sized presentations from local scientists and researchers about a new topic each week.  \n\n\n\n\n\n6:15 p.m.: Science Spectacle! \n\n\n\nLive demonstration featuring a rotating collection of supporting characters\, including fire\, rockets\, and more.  \n\n\n\n\n\n7:15 p.m.: Science Spectacle!  \n\n\n\nLive demonstration featuring a rotating collection of supporting characters\, including fire\, rockets\, and more. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLooking for a less structured visit? Food\, beverage\, gallery exploration\, and Omnitheater movies are all on continuous rotation during Museum Nights. Learn more at smm.org/mn. 
URL:https://smm.org/event/museum-nights-6-19/
LOCATION:Science Museum of Minnesota\, 120 West Kellogg Blvd.\, St. Paul\, Minnesota\, 55102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free with admission
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