The Bakken Museum Employee Directory

Museums, Historical Sites, and ZoosMinnesota, United States11-50 Employees

The Bakken Museum in Minneapolis, Minnesota, is a cultural institution focused on the history and interplay of electricity, technology, science, and the humanities. It presents exhibits and collections that explore how these fields intersect with innovation and culture, illustrating how scientific and artistic inquiry can influence society. Founded in 1975 by Earl Bakken, co-founder of Medtronic, the museum houses more than 2,500 artifacts and 11,000 books and manuscripts and is located in the West Winds Mansion on Bde Maka Ska, which includes the Florence Bakken Medicinal Garden, the Dakota Native Plants Garden, and one of the first green roofs in the Twin Cities.

As part of the Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos industry, the Bakken focuses on educational engagement for visitors and scholars interested in electricity, technology, and their cultural context. The site combines historic architecture with curated gardens and environmental features to support its place-based interpretation.

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