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Sensory Friendly Play

Free with paid admission Join us for a low-sensory playtime that offers a calm, less crowded opportunity for exploration in our Museum’s exhibits. We invite all families with children experiencing […]

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Whiskers & Tails Ribbon Cutting

Join the Brookings Area Chamber of Commerce and our Kidoodle Council Youth Advisory Board for the official ribbon cutting celebrating our new Whiskers & Tails Veterinary Office.

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Native American Day: Museum is Open

School is out, and we are open for a special day of play! Join us as we celebrate Native American Day. Learn how to hoop dance near the Dakota Tipi […]

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Mystery Dinner Theater

Ages 8-12 | Drop Off | Registration Required | $32 ($25.60 members) Mission control has been signaled by a lunar outpost requesting assistance. Travel to the moon, receive instruction from […]

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Day Camp: Animal Science

Ages 6-12 | Drop Off | Registration Required | $52 ($41.60 members) Engage with your curiosity about the natural world of animals by embarking on nature walks, building habitats, and […]

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South Dakota Biotech Summit and Annual Meeting

Get inspired and network with national, regional and local thought leaders providing insight and breakthroughs in the biotechnology field. The biotech industry is rapidly evolving – and South Dakota is […]

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November Make & Take Monday – Scarecrow Magnets

Join us on the second Monday of each month for a Make & Take Monday craft! Each month will bring a new craft for you to stop in, make, and […]

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SDSU Family Weekend Collections Storage Tours

Visiting for SDSU Family Weekend? Stop by the Agricultural Heritage Museum to see our exhibits or stop by our collection storage building north of the museum and take a behind […]

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September Make & Take Monday – Fall Veggie Magnets

Join us on the second Monday of each month for a Make & Take Monday craft! Each month will bring a new craft for you to stop in, make, and […]

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Fall Family Festival

Stop by the SD Agricultural Heritage Museum and SD Art Museum for our second annual FREE Fall Family Festival! Both museums will have activities and kids of all ages are […]

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