• NEW DATE: Hall of Geology Exhibit Renovation Opening

    Minnesota Discovery Center 1005 Discovery Drive, Chisholm, MN, United States

    Hey, Iron Rangers! After a short postponement due to shipping/manufacturing delays... our Hall of Geology is getting a much-needed update! ๐Ÿ—“๏ธ NEW DATE: Friday, May 22 โฐ Time: 5:00pm-8:00pm ๐Ÿ“ Location: MDCโ€™s Taconite Square & Hall of Geology ๐Ÿ’ต Cost: FREE Come celebrate the official unveiling of the newly renovated Hall of Geology! The completely […]

  • Late Night in the Research Center

    Minnesota Discovery Center 1005 Discovery Drive, Chisholm, MN, United States

    Uncover your familyโ€™s story at the MDC! Join us for Late Night at the Research Center on Thursday, May 28, from 10:00am to 8:00pm. During these extended hours, you can explore the rich history of your ancestors at your convenience. Whether youโ€™re a beginner or an experienced researcher, weโ€™re here to guide you. Best of […]

  • The Research Center Presents: Start Your Family History: A Genealogy โ€œHow-Toโ€ Presentation

    Minnesota Discovery Center 1005 Discovery Drive, Chisholm, MN, United States

    ๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Date: Thursday, May 28 ๐Ÿ•ฐ๏ธ Time: 6:00-8:00pm ๐Ÿ“ Location: MDCโ€™s Theater, the IRRC ๐Ÿ˜ Age Range: Everyone is welcome! ๐Ÿ’ธ Cost: FREE Want to start your family history but donโ€™t know how to, well... start? Come attend a genealogy โ€œhow-toโ€ presentation with Alex Montcalm, MDCโ€™s Research Center Specialist! During this FREE event, Alex will […]

    Free
  • Redhead MTB Park Trailhead Grand Opening

    Redhead MTB Park 1005 Discovery Drive, Chisholm, MN, United States

    ๐Ÿšตโ€โ™‚๏ธ๐Ÿ”ฅ Something big is rolling into the Redheadโ€”and youโ€™re invited to be part of it. On Friday, May 29 at noon, join our friends from Redhead MTB Park for the grand opening of the newly constructed trailhead, pump track, and skills course! Built for play, progression, and pure adrenaline, the park's dynamic new features are […]

    Free
  • Headlamp Hike with Redhead Redfeet

    Redhead MTB Park 1005 Discovery Drive, Chisholm, MN, United States

    ๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Dates: May 31, June 29, July 29, and August 27 โฐ Times: 9:00pm (each time) ๐Ÿ“ Place: Redhead MTB Park (meet at the trailhead!) โญ Age Range: 16 years old + ๐Ÿ’ต Cost: FREE โ— Important: Bring your own headlamp! Redhead MTB Park is beautiful in the daytime, but have you ever experienced it […]

    Free
  • Bands, Brews, & BBQ: Reggie Ducote

    Minnesota Discovery Center 1005 Discovery Drive, Chisholm, MN, United States

    ๐ŸŽผ Bands, Brews, & BBQ is back for the summer at MDC! ๐Ÿ˜ƒ Come join us on Thursday, June 4th, as well as Thursdays throughout the summer, to enjoy wonderful music, chill brews, tasty food, and good times. Admission is FREEโ€”to the music venue, as well as the Museum, the Research Center, the Playground, and […]

    Free
  • Interpretive Kayaking Tour

    Glen Mine Pit Lake 1005 Discovery Drive, Chisholm, MN, United States

    ๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Date: June 4 (5pm), July 11 (3pm), August 20 (5pm) ๐Ÿ“ Place: The Glen Mine Pit Lake (meet at MDCโ€™s front desk) โญ Age Range: 13 years old + #๏ธโƒฃ Capacity: 8 participants ๐Ÿ’ต Cost: $35 with a rental, $20 without a rental โ— 10% discount for MDC Members! โœ’๏ธ Registration: Call to register! […]

    $20 โ€“ $35
  • The Band Perry w/ Emily Ann Roberts Concert

    Minnesota Discovery Center 1005 Discovery Drive, Chisholm, MN, United States

    Get ready, Minnesota! MDC's Amphitheater is the place to be on Thursday, June 11 โ€” The Band Perry and special guest Emily Ann Roberts are kicking off our 2026 Summer Concert Series. This is your chance to experience a night full of unforgettable country music, sing-along anthems, and star-studded performances under the open sky. ๐Ÿ’ซ […]

    $55
  • Redhead Ramble

    Minnesota Discovery Center 1005 Discovery Drive, Chisholm, MN, United States

    ๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Date: June 13, July 25, August 29 โฐ Time: 3:00pm each time ๐Ÿ“ Place: Redhead MTB Park (meet at MDCโ€™s front desk) โญ Age Range: 18 years old + #๏ธโƒฃ Capacity: 10 participants ๐Ÿ’ต Cost: $30 (10% discount for MDC Members) โœ’๏ธ Registration: Call to register! (218) 254-7959 Join MDCโ€™s Recreation Staff for an […]

    $30
  • Life’s a Garden, Let’s Dig It! Summer Day Camp

    Minnesota Discovery Center 1005 Discovery Drive, Chisholm, MN, United States

    ๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Dates: Tuesday, June 16 through Thursday, June 18 โฐ Times: 9:30am-12:30pm ๐ŸŒพ Harvest Day: Thursday, August 20 from 4:00pm-6:00pm ๐Ÿ’ธ Pricing: $60/group* for Members | $75/group* for Nonmembers ๐Ÿ‘ฆ๐Ÿป Age Range: 3-7 years old โ—๏ธ Adult supervision required! ๐Ÿ“ž Registration: Call to sign up! 218-254-7959 As they say, "Life's a garden, let's dig it!" […]

    $60 โ€“ $75
  • Bands, Brews, & BBQ: Horse Fzce

    Minnesota Discovery Center 1005 Discovery Drive, Chisholm, MN, United States

    Summer evenings are better with live music, cold drinks, and hot food! Join us on Thursday, June 18th, for Bands, Brews, & BBQ featuringโ€ฆ Horse Fzce! ๐Ÿด Horse Fzce includes vocalist/guitarist Heather Surla, vocalist/guitarist Eric Krenz, vocalist/bassist Tom Frichek, and percussionist Liz Young. The band is known for their acoustic sound, mellow groove, and sharp […]

    Free
  • Small Things Matter: An ECE Adventure Tour

    Minnesota Discovery Center 1005 Discovery Drive, Chisholm, MN, United States

    ๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Date: June 18, July 16, August 6 (All Thursdays) โฐ Times: 5:00pm each time ๐Ÿ“ Place: MDC's Heritage Park (meet at MDCโ€™s front desk) โญ Age Range: 3-7 years old ๐Ÿ’ต Cost: FREE for MDC Members, $10/group for nonmembers โœ’๏ธ Registration: No registration necessary. Just show up! Encourage your littles to get outside and […]

    $10