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°
| Winter Hours (NOW – February) | CLOSED |
| Spring Hours (March 1 – May 24) | Saturdays Only from 10 am – 2 pm |
| Open Select School Break Dates | Spring Break: Mondays – Saturdays, March 10 – 29 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.