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The University of Arizona: Museum Day – Alfie Norville Gem and Mineral Museum
April 4 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Free – $10
The Alfie Norville Gem and Mineral Museum invites you to explore its three galleries through a self-guided tour highlighting Earth’s geological story and artistic transformation.
The Mineral Evolution Gallery explores the formation of our planet through rock-forming minerals, meteorites, and fossils, while the Arizona Gallery showcases the region’s rich mineral heritage, with a focus on Arizona and Mexico’s turquoise and copper-bearing minerals. The Gem Gallery reveals the cutting processes that transform raw materials into dazzling gemstones and fine jewelry.
Location:
115 N Church Ave Suite 121
https://gemandmineralmuseum.arizona.edu/
Kid friendly? Yes
Audience: All ages, no capacity limit
Reduced admission will be offered during this event:
$10 for adults, with free admission for children.
Contact:
Jordan Halter, Guest Services Coordinator
jordanhalter@arizona.edu
520-621-5937
Part of The University of Arizona’s Museum Day.
Museums across the University of Arizona are proud to offer free or reduced admission in celebration of U of A Museum Day 2026 on Saturday, April 4 from 10:00 am – 4:00 pm.
Immerse yourself in a day filled with discovery and wonder, where you can visit twelve unique museums and collections, bridging the arts and science. Plan your day using the U of A Museum Day map.