Join us on March 19 from 4:30pm 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 friends, this is your chance to show off your […]
🗓️ Date: Saturday, March 21 ⏰ Time: 11:00am to 12:00pm 👧 Age Range: For kids 3-7 years old (with an adult present) 💸 Price: $10 per group (for example, if three siblings sign up, it's $10 flat for the whole group) 🎟️ Registration: Just show up at the front desk! No reservation necessary. Explore a […]
🗓️ Date: Saturday, March 17 ⏰ Time: 2:00pm to 3:00pm 👦 Age Range: For kids 8-12 years old 💸 Price: $10 per group (for example, if three siblings sign up, it's $10 flat for the whole group) 🎟️ Registration: Just show up at the front desk! No reservation necessary. Strap on your snowshoes and travel […]
Come out for an evening full of purposeful networking, great conversation, and delicious hors d'oeuvres at the Minnesota Discovery Center! Connect with local professionals and learn about MDC—your regional partner in history, research, and community events. This event is FREE to local business professionals and open to both Laurentian Chamber members and the Chamber-curious. Event […]
Quick Info! 🗓️ Dates: Jan. 8, Jan. 22, Feb. 12, Feb. 26, Mar. 12, Mar. 26, Apr. 9, Apr. 23 (all Thursdays) ⏰ Time: 10:00am-12:00pm (each time) 📍 Location: Creative Lab, Heritage Park 👧 Age Range: 3-12 years old 💸 Cost: FREE for Members, $5 per child/session for Nonmembers ⚠️ Note: Grown-up supervision is required—adults […]
Uncover your family’s story at the MDC! Join us for Late Night at the Research Center on Thursday, March 26, from 10:00am to 8:00pm. During these extended hours, you can explore the rich history of your ancestors at your convenience. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced researcher, we’re here to guide you. Best of all, admission to […]
Come celebrate Women’s History Month by learning about the (in)famous “Hibbing 7”! 🗓️ Date: Thursday, March 26 ⏰ Time: 5:00pm-7:30pm 📍 Location: MDC’s Taconite Square and Theater 💵 Cost: FREE ✍️ Registration: Not necessary, just show up! During this educational evening, Allyse Freeman (MDC’s Museum and Research Center Director) will talk about Minnesota’s longest strike, […]
Join us on April 2 from 4:30pm 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 friends, this is your chance to show off your […]
Get ready to hop, dance, and celebrate spring at our Easter Festival! 🐰🐣 After drawing 700+ attendees at our first-ever festival, this event is back on Saturday, April 4—and it’s going to be egg-stra unforgettable! Explore the Museum during our Egg Hunt 🥚🔍, meet the adorable animals from Cook’s Country Connection 🐾💕, and let the […]
Quick Info! 🗓️ Dates: Jan. 8, Jan. 22, Feb. 12, Feb. 26, Mar. 12, Mar. 26, Apr. 9, Apr. 23 (all Thursdays) ⏰ Time: 10:00am-12:00pm (each time) 📍 Location: Creative Lab, Heritage Park 👧 Age Range: 3-12 years old 💸 Cost: FREE for Members, $5 per child/session for Nonmembers ⚠️ Note: Grown-up supervision is required—adults […]
IMPORTANT: Due to installation delays, this event has been postponed to Friday, May 22. We apologize for any confusion and/or inconvenience, and we look forward to seeing you at the later date! Here is a link to the new date's event listing: NEW DATE: Hall of Geology Exhibit Renovation Opening Hey, Iron Rangers... our Hall […]
Range Fiber Arts Guild: Celebrating 50 Years of Creativity 🧶✨ Our next pop-up exhibit officially opens on Thursday, April 16, and it celebrates 50 years of creativity with the Range Fiber Arts Guild! This special showcase highlights the Guild’s study groups—including weaving, spinning, knitting and crocheting, and felting—and honors five decades of craftsmanship and education in […]
