Uncover your family’s story at the MDC! We’re extending our hours so you can explore the rich history of your ancestors. Join us for Late Night at the Research Center on Thursday, September 25th, from 10:00am to 8:00pm. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced researcher, we’re here to guide you. Best of all, admission to the Iron Range Research Center is completely free! […]
Fall Color Shuttle Tours Experience the colors of the season in a whole new way! Hop aboard our shuttle van and let MDC’s Recreation Staff guide you on a stunning, 360° fall color adventure around Redhead MTB Park and Glen Pit Lake. Brilliant reds, oranges, and golds reflect off the crystal-blue water, making for unforgettable […]
Book Signing & Talk with Ben Schierer Author of Perpich: A Minnesota Original 📍 Minnesota Discovery Center 📅 Thursday, Sept. 25 | 5:00–7:30pm Free & Open to All Schedule:5:00–6:00 — Social Hour6:00-7:00 — Author talk & reading7:00-7:30 — Book signing7:30 — Event ends Discover the fascinating story of Rudy Perpich—Minnesota’s longest-serving and most colorful governor—who […]
Fall Color Shuttle Tours Experience the colors of the season in a whole new way! Hop aboard our shuttle van and let MDC’s Recreation Staff guide you on a stunning, 360° fall color adventure around Redhead MTB Park and Glen Pit Lake. Brilliant reds, oranges, and golds reflect off the crystal-blue water, making for unforgettable […]
Fall Color Shuttle Tours Experience the colors of the season in a whole new way! Hop aboard our shuttle van and let MDC’s Recreation Staff guide you on a stunning, 360° fall color adventure around Redhead MTB Park and Glen Pit Lake. Brilliant reds, oranges, and golds reflect off the crystal-blue water, making for unforgettable […]
Fall Color Shuttle Tours Experience the colors of the season in a whole new way! Hop aboard our shuttle van and let MDC’s Recreation Staff guide you on a stunning, 360° fall color adventure around Redhead MTB Park and Glen Pit Lake. Brilliant reds, oranges, and golds reflect off the crystal-blue water, making for unforgettable […]
Fall Color Shuttle Tours Experience the colors of the season in a whole new way! Hop aboard our shuttle van and let MDC’s Recreation Staff guide you on a stunning, 360° fall color adventure around Redhead MTB Park and Glen Pit Lake. Brilliant reds, oranges, and golds reflect off the crystal-blue water, making for unforgettable […]
UPDATE: All spots for these tours have SOLD OUT. Thank you to the community for your support for this new program! --- Fall Color Shuttle Tours Experience the colors of the season in a whole new way! Hop aboard our shuttle van and let MDC’s Recreation Staff guide you on a stunning, 360° fall color […]
UPDATE: We are officially SOLD OUT for this event. Thank you everyone for your support! I've you're still interested in playing Clueseum, check out our All Hallows' Eve Cocktail Clueseum (an age 21+ event) happening on October 31. --- Flashlight Clueseum Friday, Oct 10 • 8:00-10:00 PM Solve the mystery… if you dare. 🔦 Step […]
Thursday Night Trivia is BACK! Join us on October 16 from 6:00pm to 7:30pm for a night of brain-busting fun. 🧠 This fan-favorite event is FREE to play—plus, there’s no admission fee to the MDC on Thursday nights, so you can check out the Museum before or after you play! Whether you’re flying solo or with […]
Paid Medical and Family Leave Workshop for Nonprofits 🗓️ Tuesday, October 21, 2025 ⏰ 12:00–1:00 PM 📍 Minnesota Discovery Center Get the tools and knowledge your nonprofit needs to prepare for Minnesota’s Paid Medical and Family Leave program. Stay for a Q&A session to get your questions answered directly. 🎤 Speaker: David Huntley, Senior HR […]
🎃Trolley Pumpkin Days 🎃 📅 Saturday, Oct 25 & Sunday, Oct 26 🕙 10:00am–5:00pm 🚋 All Aboard the Pumpkin Trolley! Celebrate the magic of fall with a ride on the MDC trolley to the Glen Location, where autumn fun awaits at our charming pumpkin patch! 🍂✨ Once you arrive, pick your perfect pumpkin straight from […]
