Last updated: 3/3/2022
Coolidge, Arizona
Address
351 N Arizona BlvdCoolidge, AZ 85128

Hours

Open September through May
And by appointment
Wednesday - Saturday
10 AM - 3 PM
Closed June, July, August except by appointment

Admissions

Free
Free. Donations Accepted.

Museum Type(s)

Staff

Dr. Raymond Grant
phone:
e-mail:
Description

The Museum features displays of Arizona rocks, minerals, and paleontology specimens. A collection of minerals from around the world, with a special emphasis on Australian minerals complements our material from Arizona.

Created and maintained by the Pinal Gem and Mineral Society under the guidance of geologist Dr. Ray Grant, the museum tells the story of the Earth, with a focus on Arizona by with a worldwide scope, through displays and activities relating to geology, paleontology, and mineralogy.

For our younger visitors, we have several activities available, including a treasure hunt, fossil dig, and mineral dig. A small gift shop provides minerals and fossils to take home. We also have a small browsing library available to visitors, though items must remain in the Museum.

History

Founded in 2016 in the Artisan Village in Coolidge by geologist Dr Ray Grant. Several mineral and fossil collectors have supported the museum through donations and long-term loans.

Artifact Collections

The collection consists primarily of mineral and rock specimens.

Educational Programs

Educational programs are offered on an as-requested basis, and are under development. We provide docent led school and other tours, monthly lectures, and are able to accommodate most other types of requests.

Facilities

Entry is through the Coolidge Chamber of Commerce office. Housed in former school classrooms. One room Is able to be set up for meetings of approximately 35.

Governance

Run by the Director/Curator and volunteers.

Library
Access: General Public
Appointment required: No
Publications

The Pinal Gem and Mineral Society acts as a Friends organization and has a monthly newsletter.

Pinal Gem and Mineral Society Newsletter
Services

Gift shop is small offering geological specimens.

Gift Shop
ADA
Wheelchair Accessible
Parking
Restrooms
Exhibitions
Museum Events
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