Bemidji State to host Northern Minnesota Regional Science Fair

Feb. 25—BEMIDJI — Bemidji State University

will welcome students in grades 6-12 to the Northern Minnesota Regional Science Fair on Friday, Feb. 28, in BSU’s Beaux Arts Ballroom.

This event offers young scientists, especially those without access to local school fairs, a chance to compete at the regional level and qualify for the 87th Annual Minnesota Science and Engineering Fair in St. Paul on March 28, a release said.

Students from 18 northern Minnesota counties — Aitkin, Beltrami, Benton, Cass, Clearwater, Crow Wing, Hubbard, Itasca, Kittson, Koochiching, Lake of the Woods, Marshall, Mille Lacs, Morrison, Pennington, Red Lake, Roseau and Wadena — are eligible to participate.

In the release, organizers described the fair as “a celebration of scientific exploration and innovation,” allowing participating students to earn awards in their respective categories. Special prizes will also be awarded for projects demonstrating innovation and potential for real-world impact.

More information can be found by contacting fair organizers at

NorthernMNScienceFair@bemidjistate.edu.