MN STEM Book Festival
Sun, Oct 12
|The Bakken Museum
Minnesota's First Annual STEM Book Festival!
Time & Location
Oct 12, 2025, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
The Bakken Museum, 3537 Zenith Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55416, USA
Guests
About the event
A collaboration of The Thinking Spot, The Bakken Museum and Minnesota Tech Network
Author Panel Discussions, Author Meet & Greet, Hands-On Activities, Books and Toys for sale
Plus Full Bakken Museum Access
Author Panels
Tickets
General Admission
Admission is *FREE* for everyone. Donation of any amount will help us cover the cost of putting up the festival!
$+Ticket service fee
AI Panel: 10:30a
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Oct 12, 10:00 AM
"Thinking Machines, Human Minds: Navigating the Age of AI and Algorithmic Insight" This panel explores how technology—especially artificial intelligence—is reshaping how we think, learn, and make decisions. From mathematical musings and ethical provocations to enterprise-scale innovation, our panelists bridge the worlds of logic, learning, and leadership in a digital age."
$10.00
+$0.25 ticket service fee
Nature Panel: 11:30am
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Oct 12, 10:00 AM
"Rooted in Change: Stories of Conservation, Climate, and Coexistence" This panel highlights how personal stories, science writing, and field research help us understand the urgent challenges—and fragile wonders—of the natural world. Through climate science, species-specific studies, and immersive narrative, these authors call us to act and adapt in a changing environment.
$10.00
+$0.25 ticket service fee
Health Science Panel : 12:30pm
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Oct 12, 10:00 AM
"The Future of Health: Bridging Science, Wellness, and Society" This panel explores how cutting-edge research, public health experience, and holistic approaches can help us navigate the next era of global health. From pandemic preparedness to preventative care and public trust, these authors and experts offer diverse perspectives on what it means to stay well—and stay connected—in an ever-changing world.
$10.00
+$0.25 ticket service fee
Women In Science Panel: 1:30pm
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Oct 12, 10:00 AM
Women in Science: Exploring the Journeys, challenges and progress for Women in STEM. This panel explores the diverse journeys of women in science, highlighting their personal stories of overcoming challenges and breaking barriers in STEM fields. Through engaging conversation, panelists will discuss how the landscape for women in science is evolving, reflect on the impact of mentorship and resilience, and share insights into fostering an inclusive future for the next generation of innovators
$10.00
+$0.25 ticket service fee
Popculture Panel: 2:30pm
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Oct 12, 10:00 AM
How Pop Culture Gets Science Right (and Wrong) This panel dives into the intersection of science and storytelling—from the undead to the unbelievable. With perspectives from horror experts, physicists, and science journalists, the conversation explores how movies, TV, and comics reflect our scientific curiosity, misunderstandings, and moral dilemmas. Whether the science is spot-on or delightfully exaggerated, these authors reveal how fiction can shape our view of the real world.
$10.00
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