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°
| Seasonal Hours (NOW – January 4) | Saturdays ONLY from 10 am – 2 pm |
| Select School Break Dates (open 10 am – 2 pm) | · Thanksgiving Break: Monday November 25 – Saturday, November 30 · Christmas Break December 26 – January 4 |
| Winter Hours (January & February) | CLOSED |
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.