Rice Northwest Museum of Rocks and Minerals
Fee required
Parking available
An unparalleled treasure trove of geological marvels, recognized globally for its extraordinary collections of minerals, fossils, meteorites, and gemstones, housed in a historic midcentury ranch house.

📜 Non-profit museum in Hillsboro, Oregon, showcasing a vast collection of rocks and minerals.
🔍 Housed in a historic 1952 ranch-style home, a Smithsonian Affiliate museum.

Why Go

💎 Explore world-class mineral, fossil, and meteorite collections.
🌈 Witness rocks glow and fluoresce in the Rainbow Room.
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Engaging hands-on exhibits and educational programs for all ages.
⛏️ Children can dig for their own souvenir rocks outside.

Tips

🎟️ Discounted admission for seniors, students, veterans, and first responders.
🏫 Weekdays can be busy with school groups.

💰 Cost

Adults $18, Seniors/Veterans/Educators $15, Students $10, Children (under 5) free.

🕒 Hours

Winter (Dec-Mar): Wed-Sun 10am-4pm.
Summer (Apr-Nov): Wed-Sun 10am-5pm.
Closed Mon & Tues.

🅿️ Parking

On-site parking available.

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