Arizona Mining and Mineral Museum, Historic mineral collection in Downtown Phoenix, United States
Arizona Mining and Mineral Museum in Phoenix is dedicated to the region's mining and mineral heritage. The collection holds over 3,000 specimens including minerals, rocks, fossils, and objects from working mines across the state.
The museum grew from a mineral display at Arizona's first territorial fair in 1884. It moved to its own building at the state fairgrounds in 1919.
The collection shows native copper specimens and lapidary arts that reflect Arizona's mineral wealth. You can see how mining shaped local craftsmanship and artistic traditions.
The museum is currently closed for extensive renovations managed by the University of Arizona. Check current information about reopening dates and access conditions before planning a visit.
The outdoor grounds feature original mining equipment from Bisbee mines, including a 19th-century steam locomotive. These machines show what heavy equipment was needed to extract minerals from Arizona's depths.
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