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Science Museum of Minnesota

Science Museum, Museum, and Art Gallery

West Seventh, Saint Paul

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"The musical stairs are a must to experience here!"(7 Tips)
"out the Dead Sea Scrolls"(5 Tips)
"Amazing Social Science, breathtaking Omni Theater."(5 Tips)
"The Maya exhibit is pretty cool."(2 Tips)

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Shauen POctober 29, 2016
You're never too old to have fun and learn! Visit the national park service center, enjoy an Omni movie and plan for serious time exploring the exhibits. #adultcampin
Natalya GoncharovaJuly 17, 2017
Love their ever changing exhibitions. There's so much for kids to do. As well as adults who used to be kids.
Ben BJuly 14, 2017
Check out Fermentational Informational. Once a month they have a night of 21+ which includes 10 beer samples from local breweries while big kids get to play in the museum without those annoying kids!
Sarah O'BannonJuly 4, 2012
Go and check out the pirate exhibit while it's still here! There was an incredible variety of interesting things to look at- my family and I loved it!
Brian FanslauJanuary 10, 2015
Everything interactive. As a childhood Dino lover. It was phenomenal.
Corey PartinApril 20, 2016
Friendly, knowledgeable staff. A variety of exhibits, though they haven't changed in a while they're working on it. They get amazing visiting exhibits like King Tut, Titanic and Pompeii.
PCL ConstructionMarch 14, 2013
An internationally recognized learning and research center, the Science Museum of Minnesota is home to an extensive collection of permanent and travelling science exhibits. Read more
Chris JNovember 22, 2014
After catching a movie at the Omni Theater, the exit takes you past the projector setup, so you can see how it works.
Nargis FarooqJune 12, 2013
Just moved here and by far the BEST place I've ever lived in :) Extraordinary place, great leasing staff and GORGEOUS view.
Jeff KJune 2, 2017
The quackery exhibit is very cool as well as the Sportsology.
Nivriti JaieFebruary 25, 2015
Do try the Napolitano astronaut ice cream at the gift store. Worth the money and the experience
Brent MetzlerJanuary 15, 2017
There is a 60 foot astronaut suit that project a video of you face on the faceplate. Pretty cool!
Nate FolkertAugust 29, 2014
there's a baby room in the back with large blocks and a lot of books
Nate FolkertAugust 29, 2014
the stairs in the lobby to the left of the entrance are musical
Brandi PalechekApril 30, 2011
To save money and share the experience, buy one audio tour for the touring special exhibits. Take turns listening and sharing what you learn as you walk through the exhibit.
Lindsay ButzerJuly 20, 2012
Always love the museum, recently went here for a wedding and was pleasantly surprised that it is a great venue.
City PagesJune 10, 2011
Voted the Best Museum by City Pages in 2011! It's known for bringing in big exhibits, like King Tut and the Dead Sea Scrolls, but the regular galleries and experimental rooms are not to be missed!
Craig CoffmanJuly 19, 2013
Seek the musical stairs and lights. Ask the polar bear if you are stumped.
Arielle LenoxJuly 6, 2018
Wonderful museum right on the river. great place for a family activity!
Anne AssaultahMarch 12, 2013
Try lots of hands-on exhibits about the human body, the Mississippi River, weather, dinosaurs and much more.
Brandi PalechekApril 30, 2011
Get tickets in advance online. View the movie Mummies before you visit the Tutankhamen exhibit. Arrive at the theater early to get the best seats.
Heather HowellMarch 12, 2015
Great for kids elementary to early middle-school - exhibits are not designed for older teens/adults.
Samantha PetersonApril 4, 2015
Would be a great place to take the kids! Omni theater is awesome!
Austin WestermannJuly 24, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Get a bag of the polished rocks, it's probably the coolest most interactive souvenir you can get here
Tracy NovekJuly 18, 2013
Been here 50+ times
Thanks! I like to make sure the residents are happy! Great place to live also!
Leah WSeptember 20, 2012
The musical stairs are a must to experience here!
John BallmannMay 14, 2014
This is a great learning experience for kids. Our kids love this place!
Rob MehtaApril 28, 2013
Don't leave without a visit to the Omnitheatre-the only moving some the theater in America!
Justin SellerJanuary 26, 2013
Excellent food on the restaurant on level 6. Fresh and tasty.
Aizhan Z.December 8, 2011
Amazing Social Science, breathtaking Omni Theater. Perfect place for anyone. Must see.
Max SoloshenkoSeptember 27, 2016
Perfect place to spend time with children
Steven KekichJanuary 16, 2012
Been here 10+ times
Amazing Caves has amazing pictures of all different types of caves from all over the world!
StuartOctober 7, 2014
Really interesting showing of the butterflies flight going on in the omni theater. Check it out.
Heather AndersonApril 14, 2010
Great museum field with a variety of things for all ages. Try parking a few blocks away so you can avoid the expensive parking ramp
Greg GJuly 25, 2013
Go downstairs and play putt-putt golf! Its the best course around!
Michael SimondsDecember 23, 2014
Been here 25+ times
Go on Friday evenings if you enjoy little to no crowds.
NASADecember 7, 2010
NASA scientists conduct a wide variety of experiments. Explore the world of math and physical science in the Experiment Gallery as you test hydraulics, light management, electro-chemistry, & more! Read more
Nate FolkertAugust 29, 2014
bring some natural objects to trade at the trading post
Rudy BetancourtJuly 21, 2013
The Maya exhibit is pretty cool. You can skip the IMAX movie, though.
E lane AOctober 10, 2012
Been here 50+ times
The $3.50 cup of chilli with fixings is a great deal!
Quinn MAugust 29, 2014
Been here 10+ times
Cheap admission for students Fridays after 5 PM!
ConstanceJuly 6, 2010
If you visit the Dead Sea scrolls exhibit on a Tuesday between 1-3, the Dir. of the Saint Johns Bible is on hand to talk about the SJB. He'll be in the SJB exhibition area.
Greg GAugust 24, 2011
Visit the cell lab with kids 8 - 14 they can do some neat experiments! (each takes ~20 min). Cool!
Noah MiwaJanuary 22, 2012
Been here 10+ times
There is a great cell exhibit right now. You can swab your own cheeks and see them under a microscope.
Michelle MichelleAugust 25, 2011
Been here 10+ times
An awesome place, hands down. Whether for a few hours or a summer camp, the Science Museum of MN visit always ends with smiles.
Quinn MAugust 30, 2014
Been here 10+ times
They have Braille descriptions and raised maps for visually impaired guests!!
Madeline StevensJuly 22, 2016
Been here 5+ times
Exhibits that are fun and informative for people of all ages
Brooke ThomsonOctober 30, 2015
Awesome exhibit on race & Sherlock Holmes mystery! Play on the musical stairs.
Rob MehtaJuly 1, 2012
Do the Omnitheater first-then the exhibits. You'll feel less rushed
Meghan GlassFebruary 1, 2016
Been here 10+ times
Get a membership, it's worth it!

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