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°
| Summer Hours (May 25 – August 8) | Mondays – Saturdays from 10 am – 2 pm |
| Fall Hours (August 15 – November 14) | Saturdays Only from 10 am – 2 pm |
Select School Break Dates:
| Labor Day (September 7) | Open from 10 am – 2 pm |
| Fall Break (October 5 – 17) | Mondays – Saturdays from 10 am – 2 pm |
| Veteran’s Day (November 11) | Open 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.