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Host your next meeting, event or celebration at the Bell!

The Bell Museum of Natural History's renowned dioramas depict Minnesota's most beloved wild places form a spectacular backdrop for dining and receptions in an art deco building conveniently located just minutes from downtown Minneapolis on the University of Minnesota campus.

Types of Events

Wedding Receptions
Retirement Parties
Birthday Gatherings
Bar/Bat Mitzvahs
Holiday Celebrations
Cocktail Hours
Corporate Meetings & Workshops
Campus / Departmental Events
and much, much more!

Facility Rental Guidelines

Reserve the Bell Museum for your upcoming event!

Contact Emma Allen, Visitor Services Coordinator at (612) 626-1897 or eallen@umn.edu.

Museum Hours:
Tues.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Thurs. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., open until 9 p.m. first Thurs. of each month
Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Sun. noon-5 p.m.
Closed Monday

Admission:
Members & U-Students / faculty / staff: free
Adults: $6
Youths age 3-17, non U-students, & seniors: $4
Children under 3: free
Free admission for all visitors on Sundays

Location: The Bell Museum is located at the corner of University Ave. & 17th Ave. SE in Minneapolis, on the University of Minnesota campus. View a map Also, our research collections and academic curators are housed in various locations on the University's campus in St. Paul.

Museum Information: Call (612) 624-7083

The University of Minnesota is an equal opportunity educator and employer
Last modified on August 8, 2011