Minnesota Discovery Center

Happy National Fossil Day! ???? For the very first time, our Hill Annex Paleontology (HAPP) exhibit is making its debut at the Science Museum of Minnesota, and you’re invited! Now through mid-November, dive into the fascinating world of Minnesota-exclusive fossils—most of which were discovered at the Hill Annex Mine and other sites around the Iron Range. Uncover pieces of our state’s ancient past now at the Science Museum of Minnesota. ???? #NationalFossilDay #MNDiscoveryCenter #MinnesotaDiscoveryCenter #ScienceMuseumMN #HillAnnexMine #HAPP #paleontology

We had a great time at Minnesota’s largest nonprofit gathering. ?? Celebrating and learning with 1,400 nonprofits who are committed to making Minnesota a better place to live, work and play! #JOINTAC24 #nonprofits #minnesota

Grateful being surrounded by other amazing nonprofits and leaders with purpose at the 2024 Minnesota Council of Nonprofits & Minnesota Council on Foundations Joint Annual Conference. There was a waitlist of 600 people to get into this room which illustrates the need for the type of advocacy and philanthropic work that happens by the organizations here.

We had a blast at this year’s STEM fest! Thank you Range Engineering Council for hosting, and thank you for letting us share our fossils with local 5th and 6th graders - AKA future scientists! #stem #education #ironrangeengineering #mndiscoverycenter #whatwillyoudiscover

Trolley Pumpkin Day is BACK! Get ready for a great time on Saturday, October 19 and Sunday, October 20! Hop aboard our charming trolley and cruise through the fall colors on your way to the Glen Location pumpkin patch, where the perfect pumpkin awaits your discovery! COOK'S COUNTRY CONNECTION petting zoo are bringing the cutest animals around! Plus, delicious food and drinks will be available to fuel your fun. Tickets sold out fast last year. So grab yours now by calling 218-254-7959.

Wow, what a summer! HUGE thank you to everyone who came out and supported this year’s Red Dirt Concert Series! We’re already thinking about next year, and want to hear from YOU! Who should play on our 2025 stage? Take a quick moment to fill out our 3-question survey and let us know which artist you’d love to see live next year ~ https://lnkd.in/eusVBQTj. Thanks to our sponsors: Department of Iron Range Resources & Rehabilitation, CTC - Consolidated Telecommunications Company, Fairview Range, L&M Radiator, Inc., Park State Bank and Minnesota Power.

Big thanks to Fox 21 News for swinging by early to get a sneak peek at the transformation of our nearly 40-year-old pond! We've poured so much love into it, and now it’s your turn to see it. Come hang out with us tomorrow at our Pond Unveiling Open House happening from 4:30 to 6:30 pm!

Join us this Thursday, September 26th from 4:30-6:30 pm for the grand unveiling of our newly renovated pond. This is a free, community event that is open to all. Learn more here ~ https://lnkd.in/gp9QJxVZ.

??? Let’s talk mental health! ??? Last week, we hosted hundreds of area 9th graders to raise awareness about youth mental health. Mental health education gives young people the skills to cope with stress, anxiety, and everyday challenges. By empowering youth with emotional strength and coping skills, we help them care for themselves and support their friends and communities. ???? Thanks WDIO for covering this important event ~ https://bit.ly/3MTrO6Z. Big thanks to Family Services Collaborative of St. Louis County, Fairview Range, Essentia Health, Northeast Service Cooperative, NowMattersNow.org, St. Louis County Community Health, and St. Louis County Schools for making mental health education a priority—it can change lives! ????

We’d love for you to join us on Thursday, September 26th, for the big reveal of our newly renovated pond! ?? Our beloved pond, a centerpiece of the park, has welcomed visitors with its peaceful charm for many years. We're thrilled to restore it for future memories. A special thanks to the Department of Iron Range Resources & Rehabilitation, Widseth, VEIT, our local trades, and our staff for making this restoration possible. And a big thanks to our visitors for your patience during the summer construction! ???? We hope you can make it! Enjoy food, drinks, a ribbon-cutting and good company on September 26th. This community event is free and open to all! ???? More info can be found here: https://lnkd.in/e4G6BH-S.