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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-12-19/
LOCATION:Science Museum of Minnesota\, 120 West Kellogg Blvd.\, St. Paul\, Minnesota\, 55102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tour
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SUMMARY:Museum Nights: Lost in Space
DESCRIPTION:Media Partner  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nYes\, the sun sets at 5 p.m. — let’s embrace it by celebrating all we can explore when the skies gets dark. Museum Nights: Lost in Space is an adults-only ode to the stars\, planets\, and galaxies that we get to spend more time admiring during the dusky winter months.  \n\n\n\nDuring this 21+ after-hours event\, embark on an intergalactic journey of your own\, careening to the furthest reaches of the universe in a live digital telescope show\, noshing on cozy food\, peering into the skies using high-powered telescopes\, and exploring our space. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Features \n\n\n\n\nSeasonal food and drink \n\n\n\nEnjoy winter-themed apps\, desserts\, and beverages throughout the evening.  \n\n\n\n\n\nScience Live performances \n\n\n\nMeet a teen T. rex\, understand our frigid surroundings\, and feel the heat during these live science demonstrations. \n\n\n\n\n\nLost in Space: A Stellar Tours Adventure showings \n\n\n\nCaptain a spaceship traveling to the cosmos in search of alien life forms in our new live digital telescope show.  \n\n\n\n\n\nAdults-only gallery exploration \n\n\n\nKids won’t be around to play\, but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails$55 (10% member discount)21+\, IDs checked at door Price includes light bites and one drink ticket. Additional beverages available for purchase. 
URL:https://smm.org/event/museum-nights-lost-in-space/
LOCATION:Science Museum of Minnesota\, 120 West Kellogg Blvd.\, St. Paul\, Minnesota\, 55102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult
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CREATED:20251119T211352Z
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SUMMARY:Museum Nights
DESCRIPTION:Friday 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 ScientistR.C. Hoover\, University of Minnesota Consveration 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 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-12-12/
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:20251212T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251212T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T220100
CREATED:20251021T201713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T190848Z
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SUMMARY:Insider Science Tour: Exhibit Fabrication
DESCRIPTION:Seize this chance to not only see our fabrication shop 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/fabrication-tour-12-12/
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:20251207T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251207T150000
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CREATED:20251030T143047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T190906Z
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SUMMARY:Ravensburger Speed Puzzling Challenge
DESCRIPTION:Put your puzzling prowess to the test and see if your team can claim the title of fastest puzzlers in the museum! \n\n\n\nGather your team of four and get ready to put your puzzling skills to the test! Race against the clock to complete an official Ravensburger puzzle\, with prizes for the fastest finishers and plenty of joyful community building along the way. Whether you’re a seasoned puzzler or just love a good challenge\, this event is a perfect way to spend the day finding peace by piece. \n\n\n\nYour event ticket includes museum admission and an Omnitheater film\, so be sure to relax after the competition and make the most of your visit. Don’t forget to swing by the Explore Store on Level 5 to pick up some Ravensburger puzzles to take home! 
URL:https://smm.org/event/speed-puzzling-challenge/
LOCATION:Science Museum of Minnesota\, 120 West Kellogg Blvd.\, St. Paul\, Minnesota\, 55102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Contest,Free with admission
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SUMMARY:Sensory Friendly Sundays
DESCRIPTION:First Sunday of every month | Enjoy a quieter\, less sensory-stimulating museum experience.
URL:https://smm.org/event/sensory-friendly-sundays-2/
LOCATION:Science Museum of Minnesota\, 120 West Kellogg Blvd.\, St. Paul\, Minnesota\, 55102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free with admission
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CREATED:20251023T154250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251120T205042Z
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SUMMARY:Native Americans in STEM Day
DESCRIPTION:The Science Museum of Minnesota is welcoming the best and brightest thinkers\, innovators\, and educators to celebrate community and the science that connects us. Science is better when we all work together.  \n\n\n\nDuring Native Americans in STEM Day\, we’re bringing together voices from across Twin Cities community organizations\, educational institutions\, and advocacy groups to celebrate and elevate the impacts of diverse communities in STEM. Enjoy hands-on activities\, learn about science careers through interactive displays and presentations\, and witness engaging live performances from:  \n\n\n\n-North Star AISES Alliance and Professional Chapter-Red Lake Singers/Intertribal Drum and Dance Troupe-Native Sun/Solar Bear-Juneteenth Speaks-Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community Natural Resources Department-Boston Scientific-Metro Transit -MIGIZI Green Tech Institute-Giiwedinong Treaty Rights and Culture Museum-Science Museum of Minnesota Anthropology Department-Science Museum of Minnesota Biology Department
URL:https://smm.org/event/native-americans-in-stem-day/
LOCATION:Science Museum of Minnesota\, 120 West Kellogg Blvd.\, St. Paul\, Minnesota\, 55102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Celebration Day,Free with admission
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251205T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251205T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T220100
CREATED:20251119T211138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T203421Z
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SUMMARY:Museum Nights
DESCRIPTION:Friday 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 ScientistAlex Hastings\, Science Museum of Minnesota Paleontology Department  \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-12-5/
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:20251205T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251205T120000
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CREATED:20251021T200933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T191001Z
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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-12-5/
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:20251128T093000
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CREATED:20251020T195951Z
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SUMMARY:Member Hour x Science Live
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a member exclusive Science Live pop-up performance. A fusion of theater\, science\, and fun for the whole family!
URL:https://smm.org/event/member-hour-11-28/
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:20251121T170000
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CREATED:20251119T210218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251120T162118Z
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SUMMARY:Museum Nights
DESCRIPTION:Friday 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 ScientistHailey Sauer\, St. Croix Watershed Research Station  \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-11-21/
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:20251121T110000
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CREATED:20251023T153306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251110T174804Z
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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-11-21/
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:20251119T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251119T120000
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CREATED:20251020T194806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T212649Z
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SUMMARY:Lost In Space: A Stellar Tours Adventure opens
DESCRIPTION:Be the first to launch into this new live digital telescope show featuring real-time images from space. \n\n\n\nSponsored by Xcel Energy.  \n\n\n\nSee what else is on the Omnitheater lineup.
URL:https://smm.org/event/lost-in-space-a-stellar-tours-adventure-opens/
LOCATION:Science Museum of Minnesota\, 120 West Kellogg Blvd.\, St. Paul\, Minnesota\, 55102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free with admission,Omnitheater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251116T091000
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CREATED:20251031T183050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T212434Z
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SUMMARY:Lost in Space: A Stellar Tours Adventure Member Preview
DESCRIPTION:Be the first to see the latest iteration of Stellar Tours\, our live digital telescope show. Stop by the Omnitheater lobby for science activities from 9-11 a.m. \n\n\n\nSponsored by Xcel Energy.
URL:https://smm.org/event/member-preview-11-16/
LOCATION:Science Museum of Minnesota\, 120 West Kellogg Blvd.\, St. Paul\, Minnesota\, 55102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Member Only,Omnitheater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251115T100000
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SUMMARY:Lost in Space: A Stellar Tours Adventure Member Preview
DESCRIPTION:Be the first to see the latest iteration of Stellar Tours\, our live digital telescope show. Stop by the Omnitheater lobby for science activities from 9-11 a.m. \n\n\n\nSponsored by Xcel Energy.
URL:https://smm.org/event/member-preview-11-15/
LOCATION:Science Museum of Minnesota\, 120 West Kellogg Blvd.\, St. Paul\, Minnesota\, 55102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Member Only,Omnitheater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251114T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251114T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T220100
CREATED:20251021T201534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T181714Z
UID:3453-1763118000-1763121600@smm.org
SUMMARY:Insider Science Tour: Exhibit Fabrication
DESCRIPTION:Seize this chance to not only see our fabrication shop 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/fabrication-tour-11-14/
LOCATION:Science Museum of Minnesota\, 120 West Kellogg Blvd.\, St. Paul\, Minnesota\, 55102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tour
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