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Rice Northwest Museum of Rocks and Minerals, Natural history museum in Washington County, United States

The museum displays over 20,000 geological specimens, including crystals, fossils, meteorites, petrified wood, and fluorescent minerals in a 7,500-square-foot building.

Richard and Helen Rice started their rock collection in 1938 after finding agates on the Oregon Coast, leading to the construction of their display home in 1952.

The museum participates in the Blue Star Museum program, providing free admission to military personnel and their families during summer months.

Admission fees range from free for children under 5 to 18 dollars for adults, with discounts for veterans, educators, seniors, and students.

The Rainbow Gallery contains minerals that illuminate in darkness due to their phosphorescent and fluorescent properties.

Location: Washington County

Address: 26385 NW Groveland Dr, Hillsboro, OR 97124 97124 97124

Opening Hours: aprile-novembre Mercoledì-Domenica 10:00-17:00; dicembre-marzo Mercoledì-Domenica 10:00-16:00

Phone: +15036472418

Website: http://ricenwmuseum.org

GPS coordinates: 45.57427,-122.94836

Latest update: March 7, 2025 00:09

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