Gillespie Museum

Gillespie Museum is a geological collection located on Stetson University's campus in DeLand, housing thousands of mineral specimens, rock samples, and fossil materials. The displays feature materials gathered from Florida's landscape alongside pieces from other parts of the world.

This museum was established in 1964 on the university campus as an educational institution. It was created to support the teaching and study of geology and natural sciences within the university community.

The museum organizes educational activities with local schools, providing students hands-on experiences in geological and environmental studies.

The museum is easily accessible on the university campus and welcomes daytime visitors throughout the week. Most people spend an hour or two browsing through the different sections at a comfortable pace.

The collection focuses on Florida minerals and demonstrates how the geological structure of the Southeast has evolved over vast timescales. Many visitors overlook how these regional specimens reveal important clues about the state's natural development.

Opening Hours: Tuesday-Friday 10:00-16:00

Website: https://stetson.edu/other/gillespie-museum

GPS coordinates: 29.03321,-81.29993

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:42