Space Fest 2021
February 4–6
This year’s Space Fest was fully virtual! Take a look at our YouTube playlist to explore astrobiology with the researchers and scientists who investigate life throughout the universe.
Minnesota’s Astronomy Classroom is generously supported by Ruth and John Huss.
Bell without Boundaries
Today more than ever before we are sharing virtual experiences, activities, and ways to dive deeper into the world around you, whether you’re exploring online, from your window, out in nature, or looking up at the stars. Support the Bell.
Space Activities
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Could life survive?
Life in the Saturn System?
Download the Activity SheetLearn about Saturn and its moons and decide where life might exist.
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Build your own!
Rover Challenge
Download the Activity SheetDesign a rover to collect samples for astrobiology research.
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How will yours look?
Imagining Life
Download the Activity SheetDraw a new life form that survives in extreme conditions.
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Explore the sky
Star Parties
Join us Online!Grab your star map and enjoy telescope observing from wherever you are! Our Star Parties are all virtual these days, and you can join in the fun.
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See our star maps and Minnesota Skies blogs
Star Maps
Download Yours!Minnesota Skies: Star Map is our bi-monthly guide with information about upcoming Moon phases, astronomy highlights, a custom star map, stargazing tips, and more.
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? Includes astronaut ice cream
Space Gift Boxes in the Shop
Look up!The Curiosity Shop has astronomy kit for kids (two versions: one for ages 5–8 and one for ages 8–12). We offer curbside pickup, too!
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Check it out!
Constellation Hunter
Sketch the Northern ConstellationsCurious about the night sky? Our Constellation Hunter videos can help you find and sketch constellations—no telescope required!