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About this activity

Enjoy the museum at your own pace; the museum features the largest collection of natural turquoise on display, world history of turquoise, hands on exhibits, and so much more. Spy into a working lapidary shop and understand how this beautiful gemstone goes from the mountain to the jewelry. Self-Guided tours offer you the chance to fully immerse yourself into the world of turquoise, you can spend up to six hours learning everything about the gem. On-site staff will answer any questions you have.

The museum's displays include:

Turquoise from over 80 locations around the world

Mining history and modern techniques

Turquoise mineralogy/geology

Turquoise grading

Lapidary

World History

American History

Turquoise Imitations

Mystical Qualities

Hands-On Activities

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