Paul Broste Rock Museum, Rock and mineral museum in Parshall, United States
The Paul Broste Rock Museum displays thousands of rock and mineral specimens inside a building constructed from granite that was quarried locally in North Dakota. The collection also includes archaeological artifacts from Native peoples, presented alongside the geological materials.
Local farmer Paul Broste began collecting rocks in the 1920s and opened his museum to the public in 1966, turning a personal passion into a community institution. The building uses granite from the surrounding region, connecting the structure itself to the geological story it tells.
The collections bring together artifacts from Native peoples and geology specimens, showing how natural materials have meaning for different kinds of understanding. These objects sit side by side, each telling a story about the land and the people who have lived on it.
The museum is open during warmer months from May through September with regular hours, though visits outside this season can be arranged ahead of time. It is best to check ahead before making a trip to confirm what arrangements fit your schedule.
One room called the Infinity Room holds hundreds of glass spheres mounted on metal stands, surrounded by mirrored walls that create reflections throughout the space. The effect gives visitors the illusion of gazing into an endless cosmic expanse.
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