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Minnesota students take on the role of space scientists during GSK Science in the Summer™ with The Bakken Museum in collaboration with Philadelphia’s Franklin Institute
GSK Science in the Summer™, a free summer STEM program designed to inspire the future generation of scientists and engineers, returns this summer with a new theme: Be a Space Scientist! Led by The Franklin Institute, the national network this year will reach an estimated 23,400 youth in grades 2 through 6 through partnerships with 290 community-based youth-serving organizations nationwide.
The Bakken Museum Ranked Top 10 Best Science Museums in US
The Bakken Museum has been voted into the top ten best science museums across the country.
The Bakken Museum Nominated for Nation’s Best Science Museum List
The Bakken Museum is excited to announce that it has been included in an online contest to determine the Nation’s 10 Best Science Museums.
The Bakken Museum receives Groundbreakers Award from Association of Midwest Museums
The Bakken Museum has received the Association of Midwest Museum’s Groundbreakers Award for their public Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, and Inclusion Report.
The Bakken Museum, in collaboration with The Franklin Institute, offering free out of school time STEM programming throughout Minnesota
GSK Science in the Summer™, a free STEM program for elementary-aged students designed to inspire the next generation of scientists, returns this summer with a new “Be a Physicist!” theme and an expanded footprint and curriculum. Supported by GSK and led by The Franklin Institute, the program expects to reach over 27,000 students throughout 78 organizations while providing valuable tools and training for 530 educators across the nation.