Enjoy our Ongoing Series and Special Events

Events at The Bakken

There is always something going on at The Bakken Museum. We have lots of fun and educational events happening all the time. Some are once in a lifetime and some are continuing series with special topics and guest speakers.

Special Events

From evening events learning more about the solar system to exploring the museum's collections, every month The Bakken Museum presents special events that give visitors an up-close look at what's new.

Event Series

Mark your calendars for the on-going event series at The Bakken Museum. We're presenting at detailed look at all kinds of science and technology with guest speakers, lively discussions, refreshments, and entertainment.

Need Space for Your Event?

Venue Rental

You can rent our facilities for almost any type of event. Steeped in turn of the century ambiance, surrounded by meticulously kept gardens, and boasting an array of carefully curated exhibits, our distinct event spaces are the ideal venue for your next personal or corporate function. The Bakken Museum stands uniquely poised to make any event, big or small, a truly outstanding occasion.

Event Series

  • 27 Oct, 18
    Upcoming

    Discovery Days: Monster Museum

    Saturday, 10:30 am - 3:30 pm

    Unleash your innovative side at Discovery Days this October! Explore the spirit of innovation with interactive learning stations, partner demonstrations, and more creativity than you can shake a meter stick at. The whole family can find something unexpected at Discovery Days! This is an all-ages spooktacular celebration - dress up…

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Upcoming Special Events

  • 19 Oct, 18
    Upcoming

    Fact, Fiction, Fringe

    Friday, 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm

    Explore rarely seen artifacts from the museum's collections and experiment on the fringes of science! Follow the footsteps of innovators throughout history with interactive activities and presentations, and decide for yourself what is fact, fiction, or somewhere in between! Objects on display will include our infamous Glass Armonica, as seen…

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Previous Events

About The Museum

Our Location

The Bakken Museum
3537 Zenith Avenue South
Minneapolis, MN 55416
612-926-3878

Admission

Adults: $10
Seniors: $8
Young People 13–24: $8
Children 4–12: $5
Children 3 and under: Free
Members: Free

Hours

Tuesday–Friday: 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Saturday: 11 a.m.–5 p.m.
Sunday: 12 p.m.–5 p.m.
Closed Mondays

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