The Bakken Museum
| Address: | 3537 Zenith Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55416, USA |
| Phone: | +1 612-926-3878 |
| Site: | thebakken.org |
| Rating: | 4.6 |
| Working: | Closed 10AM–4PM 10AM–4PM 10AM–4PM 10AM–4PM 10AM–4PM 10AM–4PM |
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Spencer McCormick
There are are several really good, interactive exhibits. These build up to trace the history of electricity and magnetism, with a focus on development in Minnesota. There are activities for many different ages, and it should prove to be an interesting and entertaining experience for folks from many walks of life. The architecture of the physical building is fascinating as well... I did not rate it 5-stars because it could have more exhibits.
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Chrissy Kennedy
Just got back from a field trip here. Fun place for kids (and adults) to learn and experiment. However, I must agree with some other reviews that the staff here can be very harsh on the children which is a huge bummer and I am sure hindered many of the kids experience today. I felt a lot of the staff leaders were very impatient with our kids who were just super excited to learn...kind of a deal breaker for me at least.
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A Private User
I have been here multiple times as a leader for a 10-13 year olds after school program. The kids enjoy trying out the different hands on experiments, learning about electricity and watching the Frankenstein exhibit! We constantly have troubles with the annoyed front desk employees and have difficulty setting up guided tours. We hoped this place would be more kid friendly, but are often disappointed in the harsh staff.
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Tariq Isaacson
I highly recommend checking out the Bakken Museum. I took my wife and 2 kids there recently and it was a great visit. They do a great job and teaching about electricity through providing hands on experiments that any age can enjoy. The staff was very friendly and took a lot of time with our kids to help show and teach them about the exhibits in the museum.
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Joe Brothers
Our son went to a summer camp and absolutely loved it. His learning style incorporates exploring, inquiring, hands-on, kinesthetic, and observation. On the drive home every day, he was ebullient, a first for a summer camp, and shared stories of what he did and how things worked. The perfect camp for the hands-on type of learner.
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Jim Holdahl
Wonderfully electricity and magnetics museum set in an amazing blend of medieval and other architecture with wonderful outdoor space. Tesla coils, generators, theramins, and an amazing collection of writing from many of the great scientific contributors like Benjamin Franklin.
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A Private User
They have some pretty cool stuff in here, I like the scarey part way in the back, I had came with a few friends. That part had made my friend jump, s o bad it was really funny as soon as he opened the door and the smoke started to come out. Fun times!
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Brittany B
Dont let the exterior fool you, this is an amazing modern museum that tackles just how electricity works. Youll be shocked, and your kids will love learning all about how electricity works. The grounds are beautiful too.
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Dale Brose
I cant tell you how many times Ive gone for a run around Lake Calhoun and I never even knew this place was right there. Its a pretty interesting place and I would encourage fans of Calhoun to at least check out.
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Erik Heathcote
A hidden gem of a museum that too often gets forgotten about due to the other museums in the area. Interesting exhibits, beautiful location in an old mansion, definitely worth checking out.
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Scott Hamilton
Kids had lots of fun and learned a thing or two about electricity. Some of the areas were for older kids, probably 3rd grade and up. Great staff and location, would go back again.
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Megan Korea
This is a nice museum around Lake Calhoun. I am unaware of the hours it is open for the public. I prefer the history of the house rather than the scientific stuff.
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Brett Johnson
The house is almost more impressive than the museum. It is fun for the kids but has limited installations.Nice little history of electricity in Minnesota.
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Jonathan Charpentier
Wonderful place. Great staff -- Steve and Chris are awesome! I went to their corporate event tonight for a companys 60th anniversary and it was awesome.
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Ashley Smith
Really fun place to learn about electricity. Also, dont forget to buy a jar of their honey, they have their own bee hives and it tastes awesome!
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Forest Eidbo
A great fun little museum. Lot of fun activities for families. Not well positioned for teens, young adults, or adults - extremely family driven.
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Michael Porter
This is a fun place with cool activities and awesome displays. The woodwork is amazing in this place, that alone is worth the visit!
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udayaprakash k
Wonderful museum where we can learn the electricity in the way it was invented and used in the olden days.. Totally enjoyed.
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Theresa DeGross
I had a fun time at the Bakken Mueseum and I would suggest others go to this place because I enjoyed going there.
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Allison Crowell
Great place for history, science and learning. Beautiful outdoor gardens and across the street from Lake Calhoun
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Christy K
We had a blast at the Bakken and we learned a lot about electricity as well. Great family fun for all ages!
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A Private User
This is a great, hands-on museum. Lots of history, things to tinker with, and knowledgeable staff!
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Cute Rico
I loved everything! The way they set it up made the entire place look a lot more... Scientific!
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Tristan Pittman
Lots of interactive activities involving electricity and the history of electric development.
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John Fiebich
We expected the Frankenstein monster to make an appearance during the show - but no dice:(
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Bobby Davis
Enthusiastic staff. Great gem in the city. Try the Lego Robotics or inventors club.
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A Private User
Went here in 4th grade.. Very educational & fun . Actually want to go again :D
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Ryan Strozewski
Lots of learning in a fun environment. Highly recommend checking it out.
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Sean Kelly
A number of interesting exhibits. Their garden areas are excellent.
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George Hahn
Gorgeous museum. Cant wait until the outdoor exhibits open back up.
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Randy Taklo
Small but interesting. Good interactive exhibits. Beautiful space.
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Gerardo Rodriguez-Orellana
Great staff and fantastic gardens and architecture. Lovely place
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Eric Jeffreys-Berns
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Anna Larson
Amazing set up with knowledgeable staff to show you around
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Anne Klaesgess
Very interactive, great tours for groups of all ages!
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diy and more unicorn
Es bueno
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Merideth Shykes
Better than the childrens museum by far!
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Alexander Aavang
Great place to teach kids about science
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Emily Strozewski
The medicinal gardens were my favorite!
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Jen Anderson
A great little museum to visit!
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Jeri Cherkas
Great tours & experience!
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Sina Shirinpour
A cool museum to visit.
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True Myth
Love, love love love.
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Chad Kirschbaum
Great fun for family
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Aimee Fox
It was interesting
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A Private User
Need location
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A Private User
Great place.
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K B Johnson
Beautiful!!
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JennesA J
Fun place
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Rose Ella Winterbauer
Fun
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Liv Foust
Fab
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