Locations
All University of Minnesota building locations are listed below. You can also view and get directions to each location using Google maps. We have created a Google route from the Snelling Entrance and from the Bus Hub Entrance to visit all of the University buildings when you are at the fair!
A UMN Fair map PDF is also available. We recommend you download the PDF to your phone before you go.
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U of M Central (Crossroads Building)
1674 Dan Patch Ave
Falcon Heights, MN 55108
Learn how robots are made and see how they function, get up close and personal with raptors, explore magnetic forces and create your own magnet, touch real meteorites, get peppy with the Pep Band, and dance with Goldy Gopher. These are just a few ways to engage with the University of Minnesota at the State Fair.
1272 Clough St
Falcon Heights, MN 55108
Come meet raptors up close and personal! An expert from the Raptor Center will have live birds out on the glove, explaining their unique and important role in our environment. The Raptor Center ensures the health of raptors and the world we share, specializing in the medical care, rehabilitation, and conservation of eagles, hawks, owls, falcons, osprey, and vultures.
1694 Judson Ave
Falcon Heights, MN 55108
Stop by the Dairy Bar for a cool shake or a refreshing glass of milk. The bar is operated by students and proceeds benefit student activities.
1271 Underwood St
Falcon Heights, MN 55108
Join CFANS and other University units to learn how plants grow, how plants and gardens thrive, how invasive species persist, and about careers in food, health, and the environment.
- CFANS exhibit - Pop-up learning with CFANS departments, dive into a 360° virtual reality experience, take a selfie in a canoe, and watch for special giveaways throughout the Fair.
- Master Gardeners - Get your gardening questions answered by representatives from the University's Master Gardener program.
- Turfgrass Science - Ask University turfgrass experts all your lawn care questions.
- Forever Green Initiative - Find out what new crops are on the horizon and those making a great debut from Forever Green researchers.
Clough St
Falcon Heights, MN 55108
Watch as U of M veterinary students and faculty work with veterinarians from across the state to assist with births and answer questions.
1681 Murphy Ave
Falcon Heights, MN 55108
Watch as veterinarians from across the state—assisted by U of M students—demonstrate live spaying/neutering surgeries.
1314 Chambers St
Falcon Heights, MN 55108
Visit U of M exhibitors at Dan Patch Avenue as we participate in themed event days such as Read and Ride Day and STEM Day.
1412 Cosgrove St
Falcon Heights, MN 55108
See the impressive work by Minnesota 4-H’ers, including more than 7,000 exhibits, workshops, and hands-on demonstrations ranging from photography to robotics.
1272 Clough St
Falcon Heights, MN 55108
The Natural Resources team of Extension has a spot at an outside table of the DNR building. Attendees will be able to learn more about program offerings and how to get involved with: the Minnesota Master Naturalist Volunteer Program, Aquatic Invasive Species Detectors, forestry, pollinators and the Offal Wildlife Watching Project.
1367 Cosgrove Street
Falcon Heights, MN 55108
Explore a wide array of research projects at the Driven to Discover Research Facility! We invite you to make your voice heard by participating in one of our many studies ranging from health and medicine to engineering, environmental science, language development and more! There's something for everyone at D2D - from kids to older adults - come learn about science and research and help find solutions to challenges we all face in today's world.