North Dakota’s Gateway to Science is partnering with the Society for Science to expand research-based learning opportunities for educators and students. Through the North Dakota Fellows program, middle and high […]
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Renewable Energy with NextEra Energy
Renewable energy comes to life through two hands-on exhibits sponsored by NextEra Energy. These interactive experiences invite visitors to test ideas, make changes, and see the results for themselves. Together, […]
2026 STEM Summer Camp
Summer at North Dakota’s Gateway to Science is filled with curiosity, creativity, and discovery. Our 2026 STEM summer camp gave campers the chance to explore new ideas through hands-on learning, […]
Making an Impact Through Music, Nature, and Discovery
The Outdoor Explorium is making music thanks to the generous support of the Andrist family. When Levi and Bethany Andrist began looking for a way to support hands-on experiences at […]
Meaningful Math: Museum and Community Partnerships
Meaningful Math: Museum and Community Partnerships brings together museums, math experts, and community-based organizations in four unique locations across the country to co-create local math programming that highlights the beauty […]
2026 STEM All-Stars
2026 STEM All-Star Students The 2026 STEM All-Stars are Payton Wilson (STEM Superstar), Jake Sletteland, Izaac Burchill, Beckett Wolf, Bianca Sagness, and Roxanne Quigley (not pictured). Dickinson Middle School teacher […]
Spring at Preschool Discovery Hour: Bugs, Coding, and Space Exploration
This spring at Preschool Discovery Hour, our youngest scientists and their caregivers explored coding, insects, and outer space through hands-on STEM experiences. Each month, we encouraged children to investigate, create, […]
Volunteer Spotlight: Michelle Morgenstern
As a volunteer, Michelle supported Preschool Discovery Hour and served as a gallery guide. She calmly answered questions, assisted at activity stations, and helped create a fun, engaging learning environment for field […]
A New Mosaic Combines Science, Art, and North Dakota’s Landscape
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 […]
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 […]