Plan your visit!
This page has everything you need to plan a visit! See below for museum hours, admission prices, and more.
Hours
Wednesday–Sunday: 10am–4pm
Special spring break Tuesday hours:
- Tuesday, March 26: 10am-4pm
- Tuesday, April 2: 10am-4pm
- Tuesday, April 9: 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
Bell Museum admission prices are increasing beginning June 14, 2023. These increased prices will help us continue to pay our staff fair wages, preserve museum facilities, and maintain the high quality our visitors have come to expect of our events, programs, and exhibits.
The Bell Museum is committed to serving all Minnesotans and will never turn away visitors due to their ability to pay.
Learn more about reduced admission
Museum Gallery Admission |
Planetarium Shows |
Combo: Museum & Planetarium |
|
Bell Members |
Free | Half Price (For named persons on the membership) |
|
Adult |
$15 | $10 | $21 |
Adult (65+) |
$13 | $9 | $18 |
Youth (3–21, 0–2 years free*) |
$12 | $8 | $16 |
UMN Student (with student ID) |
Free | $5 | $5 |
*Children 2 and under may share a seat with an adult guardian in the planetarium. If an additional seat is needed, purchase them a youth ticket. Guests 12 and under require adult supervision during their visit/planetarium show.
On duty Personal Care Assistants receive free admission every day. Please call 612-626-9660 to arrange a PCA planetarium ticket in advance.
Reduced Price Admissions
We offer reduced prices for qualifying guests, as well as waived admission for Indigenous peoples. Get more information.
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.
Tickets
Updated 02-24-2022
Advance tickets are available but not required. Tickets can be purchased at the museum.
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.
Visit here for more information on group visits.
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.