Mine your own GEMSTONES!
Mining bags are
available for purchase
in the Courtyard.
Mining Sluice Hours of Operation
WEATHER DEPENDENT: Closed in cases of rain or temperatures below 48°
| Fall Hours (August 16 – November 11) | Saturdays Only from 10 am – 2 pm |
| During Select School Break Dates | Fall Break: Monday, October 6 – Saturday, October 18 from 10 am – 2 pm Veteran’s Day: Tuesday, November 11 from 10 am – 2 pm |
Mining Sluice hours vary from Exhibit hours. Exhibit ticket required. Access through the Wonderful World of Insects Exhibit.
Mining Bag Options
For more information, call the Cook Museum of Natural Science at 256-351-4505.