If you’ve visited the Outdoor Explorium over the last year, you may have noticed a mosaic taking shape on the greenhouse. That work is now complete. Created by local artist Paul Noot, the finished mural […]
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Come Walk the Prairie With Us This Summer
We’re hosting a Prairie Walk Series this summer. It’s one of those experiences that’s simple in the best way—easy walk, good people, and a chance to slow down and notice what’s been around you all along. If you’ve ever […]
Tree Planting in Honor of Frank Koch
A Vision That Sparked a Movement Frank Koch was the founding scientist of North Dakota’s Gateway to Science. He dreamed of something extraordinary: a welcoming “gateway to science” where curiosity […]
Volunteer Spotlight: Brody Deeter
Brody Deeter’s journey with the science center began as a summer camper. For several years, he jumped into experiments, built creative engineering projects, and quickly became a natural leader among his […]
Strengthening STEM Teaching Through Applied Professional Development
High-quality STEM instruction is built on confidence, practice, and access to meaningful learning experiences. Across North Dakota, educators are looking for ways to bring more hands-on, inquiry-based learning into their […]
Empowering Student Research Across North Dakota
What happens when teachers are given the time, tools, and support to reimagine how students engage with science? Across North Dakota, it looks like classrooms where interest leads, students ask […]
Come Celebrate National Robotics Week
From April 6–11, North Dakota’s Gateway to Science is turning curiosity into action with a full week of hands-on robotics experiences designed for all ages. Whether you’re a lifelong tinkerer or wonder what it’s all about, there’s something for you! Explore […]
From Germs to Snowflakes to Sweet Treats: A Winter of Discovery for Little Learners
This winter at Preschool Discovery Hour, our youngest scientists and their caregivers explored big ideas through hands-on play. Each month offered a new way to learn through movement, imagination, and […]
North Dakota’s Gateway to Science to Host Public Event for The Nature Record Assessment
BISMARCK, ND — March 24, 2026 — North Dakota’s Gateway to Science will host a free, public event on Sunday, April 26 from 5:00–7:30 PM as part of the national public comment period for The Nature […]
North Dakota Students Take Robotics to the Next Level
This year’s robotics season was full of energy, creativity, and big wins for students across North Dakota! Middle and high school teams rolled up their sleeves, built robots, and tackled […]