Mineral Museum - Butte   Montana Tech Butte, MT 59701 Phone: 406-496-4414 Fax: 406-496-4451         If you would like to see a fantastic mineral collection or need advice on where to look for our own mineral specimens in the Butte area, the Mineral Museum on the Montana Tech campus is the place to visit. The museum charges no admission fees. Over 1,300 specimens are on display from around the world in the Museum building, including exhibits specifically devoted to Butte and Montana minerals and the area's mining history. Included in the collection is the 27.8-ounce gold nugget found in 1989 in the Highland Mountains south of Butte and a 400-pound smoky quartz crystal also from the area. Butte's rich mining history is exhibited through an impressive array of fine-quality mineral specimens from the underground mines. The Fluorescent Room, always a favorite, contains ordinary earth-toned minerals that radiate vibrant shades of pink, orange, or blue when exposed to ultraviolet light. The Earthquake Studies Laboratory is situated in the Museum with operating seismographs for visitors to see. There are several places in the Butte area for ‘rock hounds' to look for mineral specimens. Also inquire about sapphire collecting opportunities in the surrounding area. The Mineral Museum curator and assistants are generally available to provide detailed instructions on locations and restrictions. A small gift shop is also open, where visitors may purchase reading materials or mineral specimens.   Located on the Montana Tech. Campus. At the Montana Street exit off I-15/I-90, proceed north on Montana Street to Park Street. Then turn west on Park street and drive up the hill to the Montana Tech. Campus. Follow the signs to the parking area on the southwest corner of the campus. The Mineral Museum is situated on the second floor of the Museum building. All Year Memorial Day - Labor Day Daily: 9:00am - 6:00pm Winter Hours Monday - Friday: 9:00am - 4:00pm May, September and October Open weekends: 1:00pm - 5:00pm Cash Personal Check (In State) Personal Check (Out Of State) Travelers Checks Group Reservations Required Books Gift Shop Handicapped Accessible Merchandise Parking Public Restroom Education Exhibit History Museum FREE Gold West travel info - call 1-800-879-1159 or request online 1155 Main Street - Deer Lodge, MT 59722 If you know the name of the business or event you are looking for click below: 1 - F   |   G - L   |   M - S   |   T - Z Accommodations | Attractions | Things To Do | Events | Communities | Dining Photos & Videos | Maps | Links | Vacation Deals | Contact Us © 2004 Gold West Country and Tempest Technologies, LLC. Site designed by Tempest Technologies, LLC.