Ever wonder why the fall weather makes for bad hair days and fashion disasters?  See static electricity demonstrations that will make your hair stand up, confetti dance and sparks fly.  Take a tour of the 1930s mansion that houses the museum's collections and exhibits.  Sample complimentary appetizers and electrically charged wine.  Get your free snapshot in the hair-raising photo booth.

Mark your calendar for a special evening honoring Earl Bakken to benefit The Bakken Scholarship Fund at the Heights Theatre.  Meet the man behind the battery-powered transistorized cardiac pacemaker and enjoy a showing of the 1974 comedy, Young Frankenstein.  For more information about Frankenstein Fest, contact Karen Hopps, Executive Assistant at 612-926-3878 ext. 209 or via e-mail using her last name @thebakken.org.

The Bakken Museum offers a remarkable setting in which to discover the science of electricity and magnetism by creatively combining history with interactive, hands-on learning.  Behind-the-Scenes Tours of the museum and library include a look at the museum's workshop, kids' inventions, exhibits, a rare book display and much more.  Participants hear about the variety of programs designed to encourage young people and familiies to discover the exciting world of science and experience the unique learning environment.  For more information about Behind-the-Scenes Tours or to RSVP, contact Kristi Sebey, Development Manager at 612-926-3878 ext. 252 or via e-mail using her last name @thebakken.org.

The Bakken Museum is closed for the holiday.