Plan Your Visit

8.5 acres of exhibits and activities with boundless opportunities to explore and learn for all ages

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Hours

Sunday-Thursday
10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Friday & Saturday 
10 a.m.-8 p.m. 

Members-only perk: Early access to the museum from 9-10 a.m.

Mondays: Enjoy a field trip-free museum environment.

The museum is open every day except Thanksgiving and Christmas.

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Location

The Science Museum is located in downtown Saint Paul at 120 W. Kellogg Boulevard.

Visit our Parking & Directions page for directions by car, bike, and Metro Transit.

Parking Ramp

$15 a day
Discounted Member rate

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Tickets

Your ticket includes all the museum has to offer — from exhibit galleries to Omnitheater movies to Science Live shows, and more! 

Adult | 18+
$34.95

Youth | Ages 4-17
Children under 4 are free
$24.95

Great Tix | Income-based rate
$3
Learn more about access pricing here.

Reserve tickets online, by phone, or in person during museum hours. Admission includes one Omnitheater show. To see multiple movies, call (651) 221-9444 to reserve add-on tickets for $9.95 each.

Know before you go

Our guide to making the most of your first visit to the museum.

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Exhibits & Experiences

Spark discovery and experience science up-close through brand-new and tried and true exhibits.

Science Museum of Minnesota Omnitheater

Omnitheater

Explore science like never before on our 90-foot, domed William L. McKnight-3M Omnitheater screen.

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Events

Events happening in-person and online at the Science Museum of Minnesota.

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Explore Store

The home of the exclusive Thunder Lizard hoodie from Stranger Things has all kinds of science gear in store.

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Membership

Support science and have fun while doing it. Membership includes free admission, movies, and exclusive museum access.

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Accessibility and Amenities

We aim to be a safe place for all people of all abilities. Find information on navigation, restrooms, and sensory-friendly resources.

Dinosaur and Fossils gallery featuring the Diplodocus and Triceratops

Map

Explore the museum using our handy digital (or printable) map.

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Food & Beverages

Discover food options at the Science Museum of Minnesota.

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Group Reservations

Heading to the museum in a group of 15 or more? You can get a discount.