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Science Museum of Minnesota

120 W Kellogg Blvd, Saint Paul, MN 55102
651 221 9444
Ranked #4 of 58 attractions in Saint Paul
4.5 of 5 stars 117 Reviews
Type: Science Museums, History Museums
Owner description: The Science Museum of Minnesota is well-known for its hands-on approach to science learning and entertainment. It features the popular Experiment...... more » Owner description: The Science Museum of Minnesota is well-known for its hands-on approach to science learning and entertainment. It features the popular Experiment Gallery, an Egyptian mummy, an authentic Mississippi River towboat, a convertible-dome Omnitheater and interactive exhibits for all ages! « less
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North Mankato, Minnesota, United States
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2012 NEW

We come here on occasion with our grandson who actually lives only a couple of blogs away. It's best if you come in the earlier time slots because it gets crowded in the afternoon. The hands-on exhibits are fun the first couple of times but they rarely rotate these out so it gets a little redundant. The seasonal shows vary... More

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Superior, Wisconsin
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2012

Fun place to go and explore. The rotating attractions are my favorite. Check out their web page to see what the attraction will be when you visit. More

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Saint Paul, Minnesota
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2012

As a family, we enjoy the Science Museum every few months. Interesting and relevant exhibits. The special featured exhibits are always very good. "Pirates" was very interesting and enjoyable. Being a member is the only way to go! You can recoup the cost on the first visit or 2. More

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Elkhorn, Nebraska
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2012

And so did we! We got the basic admission ticket and that kept our 4, 8, and 10 year old busy for 3 hours. From hands on activities about the Missouri river such as working an erosion tunnel and pulling in the big fish down to 'seeing sound' and building a hydrolics system, my kids had a ball. So much... More

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Minneapolis, MN
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 12, 2012

Growing up in Minnesota, I've always loved the Science Museum. I remember being terrified of the dinosaur fossils at first. I still very much enjoy coming here with my family, but since I've already seen all of the permanent exhibits, I usually go for the Omni or temporary exhibits. I've seen Body Works (Body World?) there, which is amazing, and... More

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Saint Paul, Minnesota
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 10, 2012

Really informative, very well curated and fun. I learned a lot about the real story of pirating along our coast, and got to see real pieces of eight! More

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Somerset, Wisconsin
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 9, 2012

This is an amazing science museum with lots of interactive activities and displays. A great Omni Theater for a true experience in the middle of the show. Worth several visits. More

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Minneapolis, Minnesota
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 25, 2012

I have always loved museums. Growing up with the old and new Science Museum of MN has been a huge part of my education. All of the hands on exhibits and informational talks really make this place amazing. The OMNI theater is a great addition to the museum, playing movies that usually go hand in hand with the exhibits. Most... More

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Minnesota
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 23, 2012

My kids loved this museum so much that we purchased season passes. We spent a good amount of time here and did not see everything we wanted. We will be going back again and again. Love the displays and my kids loved them also. They didn't even know they were learning!!! The Pirates exhibit was pretty cool too! More

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St. Paul
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 21, 2012

This museum replaces the old, smaller one and done in grand fashion. The site overlooks the Mississippi River, is spacious, a great learning environment, has a restuarant , and features mulitiple exhibits. Come on bring the kids, its just across the street from the Xcel Energy Center. More

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