Visitor information
The Bakken Museum inspires a passion for innovation by exploring the potential for science, technology, and the humanities to make the world a better place. Located on the West shore of Bde Maka Ska in Minneapolis, the museum features interactive exhibits for all ages and exceptional STEM education programs. Make movies in the Spark exhibit, meet the mother of science fiction in Mary & Her Monster, and test out some of Ben Franklin's favorite experiments in the Electricity Party Room.
Admission
Adults: $13
Seniors (65+): $11
Students (with ID): $10
Children (4-17): $9
Children (3 and under): Free
Members: Free
Native American Admission: Free
Limited Income Admission: $1
Hours
Open: Tuesday – Sunday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Closed: Monday
MUSEUM STORE
ACCESSIBILITY & AMENITIES
EXHIBITS
transportation
Address
3537 Zenith Avenue South
Minneapolis, MN 55418
Park
Free parking is available in our surface lot off Zenith Avenue South. Free street parking is also available on Zenith Avenue South (West side of the street) and on both sides of W 36th Street.
Bus, Bike, & Walk
We are located near Twin Cities Metropolitan Area Transit System route 6 (0.48 miles). Schedules and route information are available at from Metro Transit here.
The museum is conveniently located adjacent to the Grand Rounds National Scenic Byway along the Minneapolis Chain of Lakes. Bike racks are available for visitors.
“The Bakken Museum is so unique. The exhibits are interactive, entertaining and educational. Wow!”
– Visitor Review
“Great exhibits and allowed for a lot of interaction. The Lego Minifigure search was a great way to get kids involved, regardless of age. The Bakken Museum really does have something for everyone.”
– Visitor Review
REMAINING 2024 HOLIDAY CLOSURES & SPECIAL HOURS
Open the Following Holidays:
New Year’s Eve
Closed the Following Holidays:
Christmas Eve
Christmas Day
2025 HOLIDAY CLOSURES & SPECIAL HOURS
Open the Following Holidays:
Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Presidents Day
Juneteenth National Independence Day
Election Day
Veterans Day
New Years Eve
Closed the Following Holidays:
New Year’s Day
Easter Day
Memorial Day
Independence Day
Labor Day
Indigenous People’s Day Thanksgiving Day
Christmas Eve
Christmas Day
A connected world is a better world
We believe the world is made better when everyone has the opportunity to explore the intersections of science, technology, and humanities. Individuals and families with limited incomes, active military personnel, and ASTC Travel Passport Program members are eligible for special ticket pricing.