Watch Wild Rescue at the Science Museum of Minnesota

Every creature deserves a second chance. Join us for an inspiring on-screen journey that follows the Santa Barbara Wildlife Care Network as it works to protect at-risk wildlife and the delicate balance of nature. Experience the urgency and hope behind real-life rescue operations, as dedicated teams save, treat, and return injured and orphaned animals to their natural habitats.

Visit We Move and We Stay to honor Dakota and Ojibwe stories

Minnesota’s oldest communities are still here, and their stories matter. 

We Move and We Stay highlights the deep history and ongoing presence of Dakota and Ojibwe people in the place now called Minnesota. Every item on display in this exhibition reflects a tradition, a purpose, and a story.

Pedacito de Tierra: World Premiere Concert

Join us for the world premiere of Pedacito de Tierra (Little Piece of Land), a powerful new work that weaves oral histories from the Puerto Rican diaspora in Minnesota into a contemporary chamber music performance.

North Ridge with Straight & Curly and Ryan Knight @ Day Block Brewing

Join us for an evening of incredible live music featuring North Ridge, Straight & Curly, and Ryan Knight.Hailing from St. Paul, North Ridge brings stripped-down, acoustic-driven songs with heartfelt harmonies and raw emotion. Straight & Curly, a brother-and-sister-in-law duo, blend styles and stories in a genre-defying sound uniquely their own. Rounding out the night, Ryan Knight delivers soulful Americana rooted in storytelling, blending folk, rock, and country influences.Doors at 6 PM | Music at 7 PM

Meghan Trainor

Global superstar Meghan Trainor has announced her seventh full-length album, Toy With Me, out April 24 via Epic Records. She has also unveiled The Get In Girl Tour, produced by Live Nation, which will begin in June 2026. Meghan is giving fans a taste of the record with upbeat new personal anthem “Still Don’t Care.”

Holiday Record Sale

Come shop for vinyl holiday gifts! New, used and rare records, cds, dvds, vhs, vintage t-shirts, cassettes and posters. 20 different vendors. Door opens at 9am!

Candlelight Christmas Tours

Come visit the WW Mayo House by the glow of candlelight for Christmas tours. The house will be decorated for the holidays and tours will include interpretations of Christmas traditions throughout the 1800s.

Border Battle Bash

Packers or Vikings? Decide the fate of Forgotten Star for the remainder of the NFL season on November 23 when the Packers face the Vikings!

Afternoon with Santa

Santa Claus will be at the house from 1 pm-3 pm to greet children. Families can enjoy the decorated house, treats, and a holiday craft area!