Plan your visit!
This page has everything you need to plan a visit! See below for museum hours, admission prices, and more.
The Bell Museum welcomes all people regardless of race, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, or other protected identity.
Please note: Guests age 12 and under require adult supervision throughout their visit and during planetarium shows.
Learn more about our museum code of conduct
Hours
Wednesday–Sunday: 10am–4pm
Holidays
The Bell Museum will be closed on select holidays, including President’s Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, July Fourth, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day.
Pricing
Museum Gallery Admission |
Planetarium Shows |
Combo: Museum & Planetarium |
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| Bell Members |
Free | Half Price (For named persons on the membership) |
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Adult |
$15 | $10 | $21 |
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Adult (65+) |
$13 | $9 | $18 |
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Youth (3–21, 0–2 years free*) |
$12 | $8 | $16 |
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UMN Student (with student ID) |
Free | $5 | $5 |
*Guests 12 and under require adult supervision throughout their visit and during planetarium shows.
*Children 2 and under may share a seat with an adult guardian in the planetarium. If an additional seat is needed, purchase a youth ticket.
*On duty Personal Care Assistants receive free admission every day. Please call 612-626-9660 to arrange a PCA planetarium ticket in advance.
Tickets
Reserved planetarium and museum tickets are available online or over the phone. Call 612-626-9660 between 10 am–3 pm Wednesday-Sunday.
Visitors with free or discounted passes, or who qualify for complimentary admissions, can either call to reserve your tickets, or simply reserve them at the museum.
Gift Certificates
Purchase a gift certificate and share the joy of the Bell Museum with friends and family. Bell Museum gift certificates can be applied to daily admission or planetarium events only.
Please note: Gift certificates are not redeemable in the Museum Curiosity Shop.
Reduced Price Admissions
We offer reduced prices for qualifying guests, as well as waived admission for Indigenous peoples.
Learn more about reduced admission
Museum Code of Conduct
The Bell Museum is dedicated to providing a safe, respectful, and inspiring environment for everyone. To ensure a positive experience for all, we require that visitors, volunteers, and staff follow the guidelines. Visit the link below to learn more.
Learn more about our museum code of conduct
Access
We strive to make our facility and events accessible to everyone, and we are committed to serving all Minnesotans.
For more on physical amenities, audio/visual and translation services, a museum audio tour, and sensory-friendly resources visit the Accessibility page.
Visit the link below for more information on group visits.
Preview our Visitor Guide & Map at the link below.
Members are a Big Deal!
Member support makes a huge difference in our efforts to ignite curiosity and wonder for all ages. Our members enjoy 12 months of free museum admission, exclusive programs, and savings throughout the year.
Already a member? Learn how to log in to your member account here.