Mineralogical museum of the Philipps-University, University museum in Marburg, Germany.
The Mineralogical Museum of Philipps-University houses collections of minerals, rocks, and crystals gathered from different regions around the world. The displays show how minerals form and what role they play in natural processes.
The museum developed as a collection at Philipps-University, one of the oldest universities in the German-speaking world. Its holdings expanded over centuries and now form an important scientific record.
The museum maintains systematic arrangements of crystalline structures, geological specimens, and mineral formations that demonstrate the evolution of Earth sciences understanding.
The museum sits in central Marburg and is easy to reach by public transport. Check the university website before visiting to confirm current opening times and any access details.
The institution combines its status as a cultural heritage monument with active participation in current mineralogical research and educational programs at Philipps-University.
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