The Mineralogical and Geological Gallery December 29, 2009

The mineralogical and geological galleries include mineral collections displayed both systematically and thematically, and sparkling displays of gemstones in both rough and cut examples, including a 1,600 pound amethyst geode from Brazil. Special features of the Gallery include a stunning assortment of meteorites discovered around the globesome touchableand Impact!, a dynamic video presentation that explores meteorite origins and the factors that bring these extra-terrestrial bodies in contact with Earth.