The Rice Northwest Museum of Rocks and Minerals

Spring Hours: Wednesday to Sunday 10am-5pm. Closed Monday and Tuesday.

Double Your Impact!

This year, our Board of Directors has launched a Board Matching Challenge, matching all gifts to the museum up to $53,000.

That means your donation—whether $20, $1,000, or more—will have twice the impact.

This special opportunity runs through the end of the year or until the full match is met.

Did you know?

A new tax rule makes giving even more rewarding!

Beginning in 2026, taxpayers who take the standard deduction can also claim an “above-the-line” deduction for gifts to qualified nonprofits like the Rice Museum.

Make your gift today, double your impact through the Board Matching Challenge, and take advantage of this new opportunity to support the museum—your “above-the-line” deduction in 2026!

Foreground woman looking in display case. Background two visitors wander through the Main Gallery of minerals at the Museum.

Plan Your Visit

Everything you need to know before you arrive, including hours, admission, directions, and accessibility information.

Young child holds up a cracked geode to the camera.

Donate

You can help us to continue to grow and serve our community. Any amount is appreciated. Learn more here.

Grandmother, grandfather, and grandkids touch a giant, polished thunderegg.

Become a Member

Enjoy free admission, special access, and the satisfaction of supporting a museum that inspires curiosity and learning.

Eruption of trashcano, where plastic balls are put into a plastic trash can with water. A small amount of liquid nitrogen is added to make the can explode.

Events

Explore lectures, programs, and special events happening at the museum throughout the year.

The Rice Northwest Museum of Rocks and Minerals exists to engage, inspire, and educate on the wonder and complexity of our Earth.

Featured Exhibit

Discover the Crown Jewel of the Rice Museum

Explore The Alma Rose Rhodochrosite On Google Arts & Culture

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With Support From Our Partners and Individual Donors

Treasures in the Grove