MUSEUM OF GEOLOGY

RAPID CITY, SD

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The Museum of Geology is a renowned museum located in Rapid City, South Dakota. The museum is a part of the South Dakota School of Mines and Technology and is situated on the campus of the university. The Museum of Geology is a must-visit attraction for visitors interested in geology, paleontology, and mineralogy.

The museum houses an extensive collection of over 500,000 specimens, including minerals, fossils, and rocks. The collection includes specimens from the Black Hills region of South Dakota, as well as from around the world. The museum has a range of exhibits that showcase the natural history of the region, including the famous dinosaur skeletons, the Triceratops and Tyrannosaurus Rex.

The Museum of Geology also offers educational programs and activities for visitors of all ages. It has a paleontology lab where visitors can see scientists and students working on fossils and artifacts. The museum's Mineral Gallery showcases a remarkable collection of minerals that glow under ultraviolet light. Visitors can also participate in various interactive exhibits and demonstrations, such as the earthquake simulator and the volcano exhibit.

In conclusion, the Museum of Geology is a fascinating destination for anyone interested in earth science. With its vast collection of specimens and interactive exhibits, the museum offers a unique and informative experience for visitors of all ages.

MUSEUM OF GEOLOGY is a Uncategorized or General Museum in RAPID CITY SD. US MID #8404600195

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Mount Plains (Colorado, Kansas, Montana, North Dakota, Nebraska, New Mexico, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Texas, Wyoming).

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MUSEUM OF GEOLOGY
501 EAST ST. JOSEPH
RAPID CITY
SD
57709

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MID # 8404600195
Name MUSEUM OF GEOLOGY
Alternate Name MUSEUM OF GEOLOGY
Classification Uncategorized or General Museums, , Mount Plains
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 466000364
NTEECC
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM)
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 44.073349, -103.206797
CODES FIPS State Code: 46
FIPS County Code: 103
US Census Tract: 010500
US Census Block: 2009