Monster Science returns to Mia’s Nerd Thursday! Find out about the diverse mythological creatures from diverse cultures found in the Minneapolis Institute of Art’s collection – from two-headed American First Nations sea serpents to neoclassical centaurs to East Asian magical pheasants and everything in between! Part of the larger Third Thursday event – here, let them tell it:

“Channel your inner nerd and join us at Mia for this FREE event! Step into the future and play The Nerdery‘s Virtual Reality games, activities and more. Turn the museum into a puzzle room and test out the latest 3M ArtTech project, “Riddle Mia This.” Take the plunge with PowerPoint Karaoke. Play #NerdThursday trivia with Twin Cities Geek. Check out Rev. Matt’s Monster Science presentation about “The Monsters of Mia” – about the centaurs and dragons and tengus inspired by artwork in our collection. Get down and nerdy to live music from Early Eyes and show off your nerdy side in the photo booth. Geek out over Mia’s current special exhibition, “Power and Beauty in China’s Last Dynasty: Concept and Design by Robert Wilson,” FREE!*

*New and current My Mia members get in free to the “Power and Beauty” exhibition on Third Thursdays. Limited tickets available now. Rush tickets will be made available to event attendees onsite at 5:45 p.m. on May 17, 2018.

Event Host: Ameriprise Financial

On the third Thursday of every month, join us to experience Mia’s diverse art collection through unique programs, drinks, and live music. Sign up to receive monthly email updates about Third Thursdays and other exciting opportunities at Mia here: http://bit.ly/2pPLLPH”

Come and see!