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SUMMARY:Summer Paleo Camps
DESCRIPTION:Explore the exciting world of paleontology at the Minnesota Discovery Center! Our hands-on summer camps offer an interactive learning experience about paleontology\, what paleontologists do\, and its connection to Northern Minnesota. \nActivities Include: \n🦴 Digging for real fossils \n🔎 Fossil sifting \n🧽 Fossil cleaning \n🧠 Identification and labeling \nDetails: \nBelow are the dates and age groups for the three sessions: \n Ages 4-7 CampDate: June 16-18Time: 9:30am-12:30pmCost: $67.50 for members\, $75 for non-membersVenue: Indoor activities will be in the new Play Studio\, while outdoor will be on MDC’s campus. \nThere will be mid-morning light snacks and juice each day. Parents will need to accompany their kid(s). Parents can bring multiple kids\, as long as they are between 4 and 7 years old. \n Ages 8-12 Camp \nDate: July 14-17Time: 9:00am-4:00pmCost: $126 for members\, $140 for non-membersVenue: MDC’s indoor Paleo Lab and outdoors at the Hill Annex Mine. \nNEW ADDITIONAL OPTION (see below)\nDate: August 4-7\nTime: 9:00am-4:00pm\nCost: $126 for members\, $140 for non-members\nVenue: MDC’s indoor Paleo Lab and outdoors at the Hill Annex Mine. \nLunch is served daily. One day is a field day\, bring “work” clothes. Cost includes: Riker mount boxes\, field journal\, and art projects. \n Ages 13-18 CampDate: June 23-26Time: 9:00am-4:00pmCost: $126 for members\, $140 for non-membersVenue: MDC’s indoor Paleo Lab and outdoors at the Hill Annex Mine. \nLunch is served daily. One day is a field day\, bring “work” clothes. Cost includes: Riker mount boxes\, field journal\, and art projects. \nSpots in all camps are limited. Give us a call today at 218-254-7959 to sign up your child! \n~~~ \nUPDATE! \nDue to an eager response to our Summer Paleo Camp programs here at the Minnesota Discovery Center\, we are opening an additional camp week for our 8- to 12-year-old fossil enthusiasts. \nThe new camp runs August 4th-7th\, Monday to Thursday\, 9:00am-4:00pm each day. \nThis new camp week was encouraged by a strong wait list\, SO DON’T DELAY ❗❗ The few spots available will likely fill up fast. Call today at 218-254-7959 to snag your child’s spot!
URL:https://www.mndiscoverycenter.org/event/summer-paleo-camps/
LOCATION:Minnesota Discovery Center\, 1005 Discovery Drive\, Chisholm\, MN\, 55719\, United States
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SUMMARY:Interpretive Tour: Walking
DESCRIPTION:Join an MDC tour guide for an interpretive stroll around Heritage Park! This experience highlights the common flora and fauna that are part of MDC’s natural ecosystem\, and it particularly focuses on the identification of the dragonflies and damselflies that flitter through the flowers and leaves. \nThis is an accessible\, all-ages walk. The route is completely wheelchair- and stroller-accessible. \n📅 Date: Thursday\, July 3 \n⌚ Time: 5:00pm – 6:00pm \n😃 Ages: everyone is welcome (children must be accompanied by an adult) \n💪 Difficulty: beginner+ \n#️⃣ Capacity: 20 \n💸 Cost: $10 \nSpots are limited! Call to register: 218-254-7959 \nNote: This interpretive walking tour will be held again on Saturday\, August 16\, at 3:00pm.
URL:https://www.mndiscoverycenter.org/event/interpretive-tour-walking-2/
LOCATION:Minnesota Discovery Center\, 1005 Discovery Drive\, Chisholm\, MN\, 55719\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250705T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250705T140000
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SUMMARY:Iron Man Car Show
DESCRIPTION:UPDATE: This event has been CANCELLED due to thunderstorm and flood warnings. Stay safe! \nStart your engines and cruise on over to the Minnesota Discovery Center for the 14th Annual Iron Man Car Show! On Saturday\, July 5\, from 10:00am to 2:00pm\, stroll through a stunning display of classic cars and trucks set along the scenic park pathways. This event is hosted by the Squires Car Club. ALL AREA CLUBS WELCOME! \nEnjoy a fun-filled day with: Concessions Dozens of vintage vehicles Museum access\, trolley rides\, Heritage Park walks\, Glen Location visits\, and mini-golf \nCar Enthusiast Registration:⭐ Bring your classic or antique ride and show it off!🚘 Open to all makes and models💸 $10 registration (day of only) \nAttendee Admission:Regular museum admission applies. Plan your visit here:  mndiscoverycenter.org/plan-a-visit \nDon’t miss this beloved summer tradition—perfect for families\, car lovers\, and nostalgia seekers alike!
URL:https://www.mndiscoverycenter.org/event/iron-man-car-show-2/
LOCATION:Minnesota Discovery Center\, 1005 Discovery Drive\, Chisholm\, MN\, 55719\, United States
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SUMMARY:Bands\, Brews\, & BBQ: Horse Fzce
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nBands\, Brews\, & BBQ is back for the summer at MDC! \nCome join us on Thursday\, July 10th\, as well as Thursdays throughout the summer\, to enjoy good music\, good food\, and good times. Admission is FREE—to both the museum and the music venue—every Thursday evening from 4:00pm to 8:00pm. \nThe fourth group up on stage this summer is Horse Fzce! Consisting of singer/songwriter Heather Surla\, singer/songwriter Eric Krenz\, bassist and vocalist Tom Fricheck\, and percussionist Liz Young\, this quartet mixes mellow grooves and sharp edges into their original folk rock repertoire. \nThe Food Court opens at 4:30pm\, and Horse Fzce starts playing at 5:30pm\, so come grab your BBQ pork ribs\, brisket tacos\, and waffle fries (or a vegan sandwich\, if that’s how you roll!) and hang out with your friends while supporting your local musicians.
URL:https://www.mndiscoverycenter.org/event/bands-brews-bbq-horse-fzce/
LOCATION:Minnesota Discovery Center\, 1005 Discovery Drive\, Chisholm\, MN\, 55719\, United States
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SUMMARY:Interpretive Tour: Hiking
DESCRIPTION:Step back into time with a Minnesota Discovery Center tour guide! This 1-hour interpretive hiking tour takes you through the unique\, historical industrial landscape that MDC calls home. As you trek through the Redhead Trail System\, you’ll learn about the sometimes-hidden past of a mining environment in reclamation—and you’ll get in a good workout. \nThis tour is appropriate for beginner through advanced hikers ages 10 to adult. Some familiarity with hiking best practices is advised. Appropriate hiking footwear highly is recommended. \n📅 Date: Saturday\, July 12 \n⌚ Time: 3:00pm – 4:00pm \n😃 Ages: 10 – adult \n💪 Difficulty: beginner+ \n#️⃣ Capacity: 10 \n💸 Cost: $10 \nSpots are limited! Call to register: 218-254-7959 \nNote: This interpretive hiking tour will be held again on Thursday\, August 21\, at 5:00pm.
URL:https://www.mndiscoverycenter.org/event/interpretive-tour-hiking-2/
LOCATION:Minnesota Discovery Center\, 1005 Discovery Drive\, Chisholm\, MN\, 55719\, United States
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SUMMARY:Family Discovery Day: Fossils X3!
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Thursday\, July 17\, from 3:00pm to 7:30pm for a day full of fossils\, fun\, and family adventures at Family Discovery Day: Fossils X3!  \nPresenters at this season’s Fossils X3! session include youth campers from the week’s Summer Paleo Camp who will be sharing their finds from a day in the field. Visitors will be able to see what the campers have discovered\, listen as they describe their week’s activities\, and answer questions about what they learned at Summer Paleo Camp. 🔍🥾 Our friends from the Science Museum of Minnesota will also be on hand with fossils and staff. 🦴 \nThere will also be many other fossils from the Iron Range on display! This Family Discovery Day will feature our VR headsets that transport you straight to the Cretaceous period. As this is an event for the entire family\, we’ll also have a special fossil play station for the smallish of your dino explorers. And don’t miss our prehistoric eats in the outdoor Food Court! From dino nuggets to fossil cookies\, our kitchen staff is serving up treats that are completely Cretaceous. 🍪 \nPlus\, this event is happening alongside Bands\, Brews\, & BBQ feat. Steve Solkela’s “Overpopulated One-Man Band\,” and after Steve takes his bow\, the Hibbing City Band will be taking the amphitheater stage!  \nHere’s the schedule for the afternoon: \n3:00pm – Fossils X3! sensory-friendly hour starts (as well as free Museum admission and Food Court service)4:00pm – Fossils X3! full sensory experience begins5:00pm – Steve Solkela breaks out his many\, many instruments7:00pm – Steve finishes up & the Hibbing City Band starts in the amphitheater7:30pm – Fossils X3! ends8:00pm – The Museum\, Food Court and Hibbing City Band in the amphitheater close \n💗 Entry is FREE \nCome dig into discovery at MDC — it’s gonna be rawr-some! 
URL:https://www.mndiscoverycenter.org/event/family-discovery-day-fossils-x3-2/
LOCATION:Minnesota Discovery Center\, 1005 Discovery Drive\, Chisholm\, MN\, 55719\, United States
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SUMMARY:Interpretive Tour: Kayaking
DESCRIPTION:Get your paddle on! Join the Minnesota Discovery Center’s experienced tour guides as they take you into a watery world unique to the Iron Range. Learn about the Glen Pit Lake’s geology and limnology (AKA: lake science) while getting in touch with the serene side of a recreational paddle. \nThe tour is 1.5 hours long with the first half-hour including a basic safety and skills presentation. You can bring your own kayak\, paddle\, and life jacket\, or you can rent all three from MDC. Life jackets are required! \n📅 Date: Thursday\, July 17 \n⌚ Time: 5:00pm- 6:30pm \n😃 Ages: 13 – adult \n💪 Difficulty: beginner+ \n#️⃣ Capacity: 8 \n💸 Cost: $20 with your own gear\, $35 with rental gear \nSpots are limited! Call to register: 218-254-7959 \nNote: This interpretive kayaking tour will be held again on Saturday\, August 30\, at 3:00pm.
URL:https://www.mndiscoverycenter.org/event/interpretive-tour-kayaking/
LOCATION:Minnesota Discovery Center\, 1005 Discovery Drive\, Chisholm\, MN\, 55719\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250717T170000
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SUMMARY:Bands\, Brews\, & BBQ: Steve Solkela
DESCRIPTION:The fifth artist up on stage this summer is Steve Solkela\, the “Overpopulated” One-Man Band! Words can hardly describe this chaotically creative musical multitasker. Using up to 21 instruments (all on his own) in his performances\, Steve plays original songs and cover songs about the Iron Range. The accordion\, which he started learning in high school\, is his specialty.  \nPlus\, this event is happening alongside Family Discovery Day: Fossils X3!  And\, after Steve takes his bow\, the Hibbing City Band will be taking the amphitheater stage!  \nHere’s the schedule for the afternoon: \n3:00pm – Fossils X3! sensory-friendly hour starts (as well as free Museum admission and Food Court service)4:00pm – Fossils X3! full sensory experience begins5:00pm – Steve Solkela breaks out his many\, many instruments7:00pm – Steve finishes up & the Hibbing City Band starts in the amphitheater7:30pm – Fossils X3! ends8:00pm – The Museum\, Food Court and Hibbing City Band in the amphitheater close \nCome grab your BBQ pork ribs\, brisket tacos\, and waffle fries (or a vegan sandwich\, if that’s how you roll!) and hang out with your friends while dancing along to some very eclectic polka music and learning about fossils.
URL:https://www.mndiscoverycenter.org/event/bands-brews-bbq-steve-solkela/
LOCATION:Minnesota Discovery Center\, 1005 Discovery Drive\, Chisholm\, MN\, 55719\, United States
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CREATED:20250710T164643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T164739Z
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SUMMARY:14th Annual Iron Man Car Show
DESCRIPTION:UPDATE: The Iron Man Car Show has been RESCHEDULED for Sunday\, July 20th!\n 14th Annual Iron Man Car ShowSunday\, July 20th | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PMHosted by the Squires Car Club\n\n\nALL AREA CLUBS WELCOME!Start your engines and cruise on over to the Minnesota Discovery Center for the 14th Annual Iron Man Car Show! Stroll through a stunning display of classic cars and trucks set along the scenic park pathways. \n\n\nEnjoy a fun-filled day with: Concessions Dozens of vintage vehicles Museum access\, trolley rides\, Heritage Park\, Glen Location\, and mini-golf \n\nCar Enthusiasts:Bring your classic or antique ride and show it off!Open to all makes and models$10 registration (day of only)\n\nAdmission:Regular museum admission applies. Plan your visit here: mndiscoverycenter.org/plan-a-visit\n\nDon’t miss this beloved summer tradition—perfect for families\, car lovers\, and nostalgia seekers alike!
URL:https://www.mndiscoverycenter.org/event/14th-annual-iron-man-car-show/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250724T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250724T213000
DTSTAMP:20260429T071312
CREATED:20250508T222732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250711T164905Z
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SUMMARY:Killer Queen Concert
DESCRIPTION:  \nGet ready to experience the magic\, music\, and charisma of one of the greatest rock bands of all time! On Thursday\, July 24th\, the Minnesota Discovery Center in Chisholm\, MN will come alive with the epic sounds of Killer Queen\, the world-renowned tribute band honoring the legendary Queen.  \nWith over 25 years of touring experience\, Killer Queen has captivated audiences around the world with their electrifying performances and pitch-perfect recreations of Queen’s greatest hits. From their dynamic stage presence to their meticulous attention to detail\, this high-energy tribute act channels the legendary Freddie Mercury and Queen’s larger-than-life sound like no other. Expect a night filled with iconic anthems\, theatrical flair\, and all the magic that made Queen a rock legend.  \n🗓️ Thursday\, July 24\, 2025\n🕡 Doors open at 5:30pm\n🎤 Killer Queen takes the stage at 8:00pm\n📍 Minnesota Discovery Center | 1005 Discovery Dr\, Chisholm\, MN 55719 \n Tickets are on sale now! https://www.tickettailor.com/…/minnesotadiscove…/1666760 \nDon’t miss your chance to witness this incredible live performance.
URL:https://www.mndiscoverycenter.org/event/killer-queen-concert/
LOCATION:Minnesota Discovery Center\, 1005 Discovery Drive\, Chisholm\, MN\, 55719\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250726T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250726T163000
DTSTAMP:20260429T071312
CREATED:20250623T170923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250623T172055Z
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SUMMARY:Interpretive Tour: Mountain Biking
DESCRIPTION:Mountain biking is hard work. So is mining! Join MDC’s recreation staff in a two-wheeled guided tour of labor history using the Redhead MTB Park’s “Boneyard Loop.” This 1.5-hour activity includes a half-hour MTB safety/skills session followed by an interpretative mountain biking tour around the Boneyard (which is rated as a “green” beginner-friendly trail). \nPrevious biking experience is advised. You can bring your own mountain bike and helmet or rent gear at a discounted price from the 30West Bike Shop\, located in MDC’s summer admission building. Helmets are required! \n📅 Date: Saturday\, July 26 \n⌚ Time: 3:00pm- 4:30pm \n😃 Ages: 13 – adult \n💪 Difficulty: beginner+ \n#️⃣ Capacity: 5 \n💸 Cost: $20 with your own gear; rental prices vary per bike type \nSpots are limited! Call to register: 218-254-7959 \nNote: This interpretive mountain biking tour will be held again on Thursday\, August 7\, at 5:00pm.
URL:https://www.mndiscoverycenter.org/event/interpretive-tour-mountain-biking/
LOCATION:Minnesota Discovery Center\, 1005 Discovery Drive\, Chisholm\, MN\, 55719\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250731T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250731T200000
DTSTAMP:20260429T071312
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T144038Z
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SUMMARY:Late Night in the Research Center
DESCRIPTION: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\, July 31st\, 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! Come and dive into your family history! 📚🔎
URL:https://www.mndiscoverycenter.org/event/late-night-in-the-research-center-2/
LOCATION:Minnesota Discovery Center\, 1005 Discovery Drive\, Chisholm\, MN\, 55719\, United States
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