Fargo Moorhead Science Museum

10/14/2026

Happy National Fossil Day!

This chunk of river mud is a fossil in the making! It’s about 20 years old, so it has a long way to go. When it gets there, it will be both a trace fossil and a body fossil. A trace fossil preserves the activity of organisms, like raccoon footprints. A body fossil preserves the remains of the organism itself, like shells and leaves.

Even now, this slab is useful. It’s one polygonal piece of a mud crack from a riverbank, and it records a rich story. The stream flooded, and when water levels fell again, the mud dried and cracked. Raccoons walked across the mud and left their tracks. Small leaves landed on the surface. Then it rained, and the raindrop pits are still there. A freshwater mussel and some snails are preserved in the side. Closer inspection even revealed fish scales.

Pollen can reconstruct the plant life that grew along the banks. Add insects and microscopic organisms, and we can piece together even more of the community of living things that shared this place.

What do you think the Red River banks are saving right now?

09/22/2026

We are beyond grateful for Bobcat Company, which has committed $1 million to help bring our region’s future science museum to life. As a pioneering STEM giant with deep local roots, Bobcat is a natural partner for FMSM.

As our first major corporate investment, this gift builds meaningful momentum for an accessible place where curious minds of all ages will be able to explore what’s possible.

Thank you, Bobcat, for investing in this vision and in the future of our region!

Thank you Valley News Live for helping us spread the word.

Plans for a regional science museum in Fargo received a major boost after Bobcat Company committed $1 million to the project, the Fargo Moorhead Science Museum announced Monday.

We’ve got more details here >>> https://www.valleynewslive.com/2026/09/22/bobcat-company-pledges-1m-fargo-moorhead-science-museum/

09/22/2026

We are beyond grateful for Bobcat Company, which has committed $1 million to help bring our region’s future science museum to life. As a pioneering STEM giant with deep local roots, Bobcat is a natural partner for FMSM.

As our first major corporate investment, this gift builds meaningful momentum for an accessible place where curious minds of all ages will be able to explore what’s possible.

Thank you, Bobcat, for investing in this vision and in the future of our region!

Thank you InForum for helping us spread the word.

Bobcat Co. has committed $1 million in financial and in-kind support to help develop hands-on exhibits for the future Fargo-Moorhead Science Museum.

09/22/2026

We are beyond grateful for Bobcat Company, which has committed $1 million to help bring our region’s future science museum to life. As a pioneering STEM giant with deep local roots, Bobcat is a natural partner for FMSM.

As our first major corporate investment, this gift builds meaningful momentum for an accessible place where curious minds of all ages will be able to explore what’s possible.

Thank you, Bobcat, for investing in this vision and in the future of our region!

Thank you WDAY TV News for helping us spread the word.

Bobcat Co. has committed $1 million in financial and in-kind support to help develop hands-on exhibits for the future Fargo-Moorhead Science Museum.

09/16/2026

✨LOOK UP, FARGO-MOORHEAD — WE’RE JOINING A STATEWIDE STAR PARTY! 🔭🌙

This Saturday, September 19, from 6–10 PM, join us at the MSUM Planetarium for an evening of stargazing, hands-on science, and a celebration of Minnesota’s night sky!

Fargo-Moorhead Science Museum is excited to join the Bell Museum, MSUM Planetarium, and the Fargo-Moorhead Astronomy Club as part of Minnesota's Statewide Star Party and International Observe the Moon Night!

Stop by the planetarium and explore hands-on activities developed by the Bell and presented by FMSM and the MSUM Society of Physics Students. Outside, we’ll join the FM Astronomy Club to point our telescopes toward the night sky.

We’re especially excited to bring our UNISTELLAR telescope, made possible through the generous support of Cass County Electric Cooperative. We are so grateful for their partnership in helping us bring engaging STEM experiences out into our community!

Come celebrate Minnesota's state constellation, Ursa Minor, explore the Moon, ask questions, and experience the night sky with us!

09/14/2026

Thank you to FM Roller Derby for choosing us as the featured charity at their bout on September 12th!

We were honored to be presented with a donation check at halftime. Their support will help ignite curiosity and keep our programs free and accessible. Thank you for supporting our mission!

09/09/2026

Today Jessie traveled to Bismarck with the NSF AgTech Engine in ND team for FARMS to Table 2026, hosted by the North Dakota Tribal College System. The theme, “Cultivating Community. Honoring Tradition. Growing the Future,” came to life in a beautiful afternoon centered on Indigenous agriculture, food sovereignty, culture, and community.

I was grateful to be invited to a wonderful multi-course Indigenous lunch featuring foods such as Three Sisters vegetables, Oneida corn soup, cedar-braised bison, wild rice, juneberries, and wojapi.

We also heard from representatives of North Dakota’s Tribal Colleges about their work to strengthen food sovereignty, enjoyed traditional dancers, and visited an Indigenous Farmers & Makers Market.

I came home with some beautiful produce and jewelry, but more importantly, with a deeper appreciation for the knowledge, traditions, science, and innovation shaping Indigenous agriculture in North Dakota. What a wonderful day in Bismarck.

09/04/2026

What a great Chamber Impact Day!

A huge thank-you to Sara Buechler, Taylor Lugert , and Tristan Ross for spending the afternoon volunteering for FMSM. We have limited staff capacity and having extra hands makes a big difference!

This team tackled receipts and files, messy drawers, unloaded the van, packed up summer camp supplies, and even treated carpet stains!

Best of all, we had the opportunity to get to know three awesome community members who are now new museum supporters and friends.

Thanks to the Fargo Moorhead West Fargo Chamber of Commerce for organizing this opportunity. Thank you, Sara, Taylor, and Tristan for making it such a productive and enjoyable afternoon! 💙🔧🔬

08/31/2026

Meet Dusty!🔧💙

Barb Urness, better known around here as "Dusty" or "Barb the Builder," has been an incredible FMSM volunteer since 2022.

From prototyping and building mobile exhibits to preparing our planning office space and keeping things working behind the scenes, Dusty shows up ready to serve, tool belt on. She brings innovation and serious problem-solving skills to every challenge, especially when resources are tight.

We’re so grateful to have her on our side. Thank you, Barb Dusty Urness, for everything you do for FMSM and our community!

08/26/2026

FMSM's Executive Director, Jessie Rock, is featured in the August/September issue of Area Woman Magazine! Read about the curiosity that shaped her path and inspired the vision for the Fargo-Moorhead Science Museum.

https://issuu.com/compmedia/docs/area_woman_magazine_aug_sept_26/34

Thank you to for sharing Jessie’s story and the story of FMSM!