Butterfly Odyssey

The Becker County Museum presents Butterfly Odyssey: Saving rainforests, one flap at a time with financial support from Becker County Children's Initiative, Pelican Water Shed District and Becker County Soil and Water Conservation District. The exhibit will be at the Becker County Museum October 4th, 2025 -April 4th, 2026. Tickets are $18 for adults and […]

Electrifying Minnesota

Becker County Museum 714 Summit Ave, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501, Detroit Lakes, MN, United States

“Electrifying Minnesota,” a new exhibit at the Becker County Museum on view September 4, 2025 thru January 3, 2026, illuminates the powerful ways electricity has transformed lives in Minnesota for well over 100 years. Imagine what it was like, for the first time, to have electricity available at the flick of a switch. Discover what […]

A Pavilion Celebration

On October 11th, the Becker County Museum will host the Pavilion Celebration, a once-in-a-lifetime event honoring the 110-year history of the Detroit Lakes Pavilion and looking ahead to the exciting future of a new facility and reimagined park.The day will be filled with community spirit, history, and entertainment for all ages. Festivities begin with VFW […]

Electrifying Minnesota

Becker County Museum 714 Summit Ave, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501, Detroit Lakes, MN, United States

“Electrifying Minnesota,” a new exhibit at the Becker County Museum on view September 4, 2025 thru January 3, 2026, illuminates the powerful ways electricity has transformed lives in Minnesota for well over 100 years. Imagine what it was like, for the first time, to have electricity available at the flick of a switch. Discover what […]

Butterfly Odyssey

The Becker County Museum presents Butterfly Odyssey: Saving rainforests, one flap at a time with financial support from Becker County Children's Initiative, Pelican Water Shed District and Becker County Soil and Water Conservation District. The exhibit will be at the Becker County Museum October 4th, 2025 -April 4th, 2026. Tickets are $18 for adults and […]

Afterschool STEAM Club

Tuesdays Fall Session October 7, 14, 21, 28 November 4, 11, 18, 28 December 2, 9, 16 Winter Session January 6, 13, 20, 27 February 3, 10, 17, 24 Spring Session March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 April 7, 14, 21, 28 3:30pm (Afterschool)-5:30pm1st-5th grade Cost $20 per week, buy a 10 week punchcard & […]

Chess Club

Becker County Museum 714 Summit Ave, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501, Detroit Lakes, MN, United States

Join us every Tuesday evening from 5–7 PM for our friendly Community Chess Club! All experience levels are welcome—from first-time players to seasoned strategists.Highlights:Open to all ages (4th grade & younger require an accompanying adult)No commitment—come as often as your schedule allowsDifferent focus topics each week to keep your game sharp and interestingA relaxed, fun […]

Chunky Blanket Class

$99 Museum nonmember$95 Museum memberAges 9 to adult. Children 12 & under must be accompanied by an adult. if both adult and child would like to make a blanket, reserve two spaces.Make your own soft chunky yarn "throw" size blanket. 3 skeins of yarn are included in the class fee. Additional skeins are available for […]

Afterschool STEAM Club

Tuesdays Fall Session October 7, 14, 21, 28 November 4, 11, 18, 28 December 2, 9, 16 Winter Session January 6, 13, 20, 27 February 3, 10, 17, 24 Spring Session March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 April 7, 14, 21, 28 3:30pm (Afterschool)-5:30pm1st-5th grade Cost $20 per week, buy a 10 week punchcard & […]

Chess Club

Becker County Museum 714 Summit Ave, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501, Detroit Lakes, MN, United States

Join us every Tuesday evening from 5–7 PM for our friendly Community Chess Club! All experience levels are welcome—from first-time players to seasoned strategists.Highlights:Open to all ages (4th grade & younger require an accompanying adult)No commitment—come as often as your schedule allowsDifferent focus topics each week to keep your game sharp and interestingA relaxed, fun […]

6th Annual Haunted House

We are back for the 6th Annual Haunted House. This year we will be in-house at the Museum! Run dates are October 24th from 7-9pm and October 25th & 26th from 6pm-9pm!-This haunt is not intended for young children. Anyone under the age of 12 must be accompanied by a paid adult.-Admission is $20 CASH […]