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OUR EXHIBITS
Agriculture is the foundation of our rural community, offering valuable opportunities to enhance STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) education, food system understanding, and nutrition for youth. Early exposure to agriculture supports academic growth and fosters critical thinking skills. While many in our community are generations removed from farming, our Museum bridges the gap by showcasing the farm-to-table story.
At Mini Sota, we prioritize child-led exploration, theory-building, and questioning. Play is a natural learning conduit infused with STEM concepts throughout. We aim to inspire discovery, creativity, and exploration, connecting youth with our agricultural heritage for holistic development. High-quality early childhood programs are crucial for future educational success.
Welcome Center
Start your stay at the Grain Bin Gazebo check in desk!
The Power Grid
Interact with this energy-focused exhibit where children explore how electricity, solar power, and safe practices keep farms running.
Dirt & Discovery
Have fun following the roots while making your way through the levels of soil and flowing like water down the tile slide
The Safety Bin
Play ankle deep in the bottom of the grain bin as you help move corn through the maze and learn about grain bin safety.
Inside the Cabs
In the cab you go to harvest the corn-- or Get behind the wheel and put her into gear in the semi
Big Rig Adventures
Learn all about welding with our simulator and road safety!
Art Room
Let your creative minds flow in our art room where you can draw on our big window, play in the sensory bin, or color ag related coloring sheets
Littlest Acre
0-3 years can enjoy there own area; go up the hill and down the slide, explore the cave, and other sensory toys!
Central Gardens
Plant, water and harvest your way through a garden where every kid becomes a grower for the day.
The Processing Line
Chop, sort, mix, pack, and send foods down the line just like the workers who turn farm goods into family meals.
Mini Sota Goods Co.
Shop, scan, stock, and sell your favorite products from all around the museum in the busiest little store in town.
Farm Yard
Take care of you very own farm animals, explore the chicken coop and learn all about dairy systems with our dairy cow Penny.