ONLINE MINERAL AUCTION

SEPTEMBER 19-28TH 2025

Save the Date!

MineralAuctions.com is hosting a benefit auction for the Museum, featuring a curated selection of fine minerals, gems, and experiences*. This special auction will showcase exceptional specimens and support the Museum’s mission. 

*All offered items were gifted by donors for the purpose of auctioning them off to support the Museum. 

Email [email protected] to stay up to date, and receive a reminders when the auction goes live and is about to close.

How Your Purchase Helps the Museum

Buying a mineral at our benefit auction directly contributes to our educational and operational initiatives. This financial support is crucial for us to continue offering diverse, high-quality experiences, care for our collection, update exhibits and displays, and maintain our historic house and grounds.

2024 Milestones:

  • Gave 100 School Tours
  • Changed out 11 Displays and Exhibits
  • Offered Summer Camps for the First Time
  • Presented 19 STEM Events at the Museum
  • Hosted 2 Paid Smithsonian Summer Interns
  • Participated in 30 Outreach Events
  • Conducted 55 Free Tours
  • And MORE!

Not looking to add to your collection?
You can also support us with a financial gift!

Any amount makes a difference, and is tax-deductible

Donate Here

Your generosity ensures that we can continue to deliver on our mission to engage, inspire, and educate on the wonder and complexity of our Earth.

Rice Northwest Museum of Rocks & Minerals
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