The Works Edina, Minnesota

Mailing Address

5701 Normandale Road
Edina, MN 55424

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5701 Normandale Road
Edina, MN 55424

Web: www.theworks.org

Museum Hours

School Year:
Monday through Friday, groups by reservations Saturday to the public, 10am to 4pm

Additional hours during the summer and school release days.

Admissions

$5

Description

The Works is “hands-on, minds-on” museum where learning about science and engineering is interesting and understandable and fun. At The Works you can play a harp with strings made of laser light, design and build giant structures, explore how cartoons are made, make a race car and more! The Works also offers special family activities every Saturday from 1 to 3pm. From launching rockets to making slime, our hands-on family projects are fun for all.

History

The Works is a technology discovery center, a “hands-on, minds-on” museum that brings science, engineering, and mathematics to life for young people ages 5 to 15. Open to the public since 1995, The Works has attracted over 12500 visitors with unique exhibits and customized, in-depth educational programs that demystify technology and inspire interest and confidence in learning.

Staff

Kris Best, Director of Development
Phone: 952-848-4846
Email:

Rebecca Schatz, President and Founder

Heidi Eschenbach, Director of Programs


Museum Type

Children's
Science

Governance

The Works is a private, non-profit organization run by a dedicated staff and an active Board of Trustees.


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