Minnesota's First STEM Book Festival

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Media Contact: Valerie Lockhart, MTN - info@mtn.org

Date: June 12, 2025

MN STEM Book Fest Debuts October 12 at The Bakken Museum

Celebrate Books, Science, and Curiosity, Right in the Heart of Minneapolis

MINNEAPOLIS, MN – Book lovers and STEM enthusiasts of all ages are invited to the inaugural MN STEM Book Fest at The Bakken Museum on Sunday, October 12, 2025, from 10 AM to 4 PM. This one-of-a-kind event features engaging author panels, hands-on family activities, and a vibrant STEM-themed marketplace of books, products, and discoveries.

This exciting collaboration between The Thinking Spot, The Bakken Museum, and MTN.org is designed to #IgniteYourCuriosity and connect communities around science, technology, engineering, math, and storytelling.

Early Bird Raffle Incentive! Register early to win cool science gear, books, and other prizes. The sooner you register, the better your chances:

● Register by July 11 : 3 raffle entries

● Register by August 11: 2 raffle entries

● Register by October 1: 1 raffle entry

There will be no raffle entries after October 1, so be sure to register early!

Registration is free and open to the public. Whether you’re a parent, teacher, student, or just STEM-curious, this event has something for everyone. As a part of the larger 50th Birthday celebration of the Bakken Museum, it will be a day full of fun, learning, and STEM-fi lled surprises. We can’t wait to see you there.

Learn more and register at: https://bit.ly/MNSTEMBookFest

Follow along on social: #MNSTEMBookFest #IgniteYourCuriosity

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MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE ORGANIZATIONS:

The Thinking Spot: The Thinking Spot is an independent bookstore and community gathering space in Wayzata, MN, specializing in science, philosophy, and thought-provoking reads for curious minds of all ages. - https://www.thethinkingspot.us/

The Bakken Museum: The Bakken Museum inspires a passion for innovation by exploring the potential for science, technology, and the humanities to make the world a better place. Located on the West shore of Bde Maka Ska, the museum features interactive exhibits for all ages, a world-renowned collection of medical device artifacts, and exceptional STEM education programs. - https://thebakken.org/

MTN.org: MTN is a nonprofi t that empowers individuals and communities through hands-on education in media, technology, and the arts, with a focus on emerging tech like AI, AR, VR, and engineering. - https://mtn.org/