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ExploraDome

at the Crookston High School

2024-07-17 10:00:00 2024-07-17 16:00:00 America/Chicago ExploraDome Join the library for an exploration experience with the University of Minnesota’s Natural History Museum and the Bell Museum Exploradome Traveling Planetarium. Crookston Public Library -

Wednesday, July 17
10:00am - 4:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-07-17 10:00:00 2024-07-17 16:00:00 America/Chicago ExploraDome Join the library for an exploration experience with the University of Minnesota’s Natural History Museum and the Bell Museum Exploradome Traveling Planetarium. Crookston Public Library -

Join the library for an exploration experience with the University of Minnesota’s Natural History Museum and the Bell Museum Exploradome Traveling Planetarium.

Join the library at the Crookston High School for a day of exploration with the University of Minnesota’s Natural History Museum and the Bell Museum Exploradome Traveling Planetarium. Discover the history of how the cosmos shaped the geologic landscape, experiences and culture of those who have called Minnesota home. Come explore some of Minnesota's state parks and the unique features that were formed long ago by celestial events.

Each show lasts about 40 minutes and activities will be available while you wait.

Approximate show times are as follows but please arrive early to secure a spot!

Mars: The Ultimate Voyage (All Ages) - 10:00 a.m.

On a 2 year journey across space, how will astronauts stay motivated? How will they stay healthy? What challenges will they face along the way? The Bell original production, Mars: The Ultimate Voyage, dives into these questions while showing what the first journey to Mars might look like—and how creativity, communication, and collaboration come together to ensure safe, deep space travel.

Seasons, Phases, Eclipses (All Ages) - 10:50 a.m.

Our Minnesota sky changes throughout the day, and across the seasons. Participants will learn how to make observations about the sky: noticing constellations, planets, and the changing positions of the sun and moon.

Mars: The Ultimate Voyage (all Ages) - 11:40 p.m.

On a 2 year journey across space, how will astronauts stay motivated? How will they stay healthy? What challenges will they face along the way? The Bell original production, Mars: The Ultimate Voyage, dives into these questions while showing what the first journey to Mars might look like—and how creativity, communication, and collaboration come together to ensure safe, deep space travel.

(Break)

Minnesota in the Cosmos (recommended ages 8-14) - 1:00, 1:50, and 2:40 p.m.

The land beneath our feet holds a deep cosmic and geologic history. Join Jacob as he explores this history while on a field trip to Interstate State Park. Starting with the formation of the solar system, follow along on this uniquely Minnesota journey through time and space.

This program is offered free-of-charge thanks in part to funding from the Minnesota Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund. 

AGE GROUP: | K-5th Graders (Ages 5-10) |

EVENT TYPE: | Technology | Summer Reading Program | STEM | Exhibits |

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Crookston Public Library

Phone: 218-281-4522
Branch manager
Chris Boike

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Fri, Jan 23 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jan 24 10:00AM to 2:00PM
Sun, Jan 25 1:00PM to 5:00PM

About the branch

The Crookston Public Library is located at 110 N. Ash St. next to the old Carnegie Library. The Crookston Library offers study carrels, a private meeting room, and the beautiful River Room for your individual use or group meeting needs.

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Mon, Jan 26, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
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Tue, Jan 27, 10:30am - 12:00pm
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Tue, Jan 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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Thu, Jan 29, 10:30am - 11:00am
Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime with a fun craft to follow.

Tue, Feb 03, 10:30am - 11:00am
Join us the first and third Tuesday mornings for songs, stories, and action poems for infants through preschoolers and their caregivers.

Tue, Feb 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Join us for a royally special Storytime featuring MN's own Whitney McClain - current Miss St. Croix Valley 2026. Whitney will share stories that explore the connection between feelings and colors.

Thu, Feb 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime with a fun craft to follow.

Fri, Feb 06, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
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Tue, Feb 10, 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Join us for a new STEM experiment every second Tuesday of the month.

Tue, Feb 10, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Step into a world of wonder at our Nighttime Storytime! Cozy up with enchanting tales and get creative with a themed craft. Don’t forget to bring your favorite blanket to snuggle on while we read!

Wed, Feb 11, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Join us during our series of bird-related events for an entertaining and engaging presentation by certified wildlife biologist and professor of wildlife ecology Dr. John Loegering.

Thu, Feb 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime with a fun craft to follow.

Sat, Feb 14, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Join us for bird-related crafts and activities. This event is geared for kids and families, but people of all ages are welcome to join us.

Tue, Feb 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
Join us the first and third Tuesday mornings for songs, stories, and action poems for infants through preschoolers and their caregivers.

Thu, Feb 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime with a fun craft to follow.

Fri, Feb 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Join us for a program exploring Hygge, the Danish art of relaxing and Fika, the Swedish coffee break. Enjoy the coziness of winter together with fellow community members.

Fri, Feb 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Join us for our final program in our series of bird-related events for an entertaining and engaging presentation by retired MN DNR Wildlife Manager, and local bird enthusiast Ross H. Hier.