Hands-On Classes for Adults: Introduction to Minerals: Origins, Classifications and Uses

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Houston Museum of Natural Science

Hands-On Classes for Adults: Introduction to Minerals: Origins, Classifications and Uses

Saturday, Mar. 26, 2016

09:00 AM
US/Central

Guests can go behind-the-scenes in the Museum's staff training lab where hundreds of specimens are uniquely presented in a hands-on road maps.

In this introduction of mineral and rocks, participants will learn techniques to identify, classify and test rocks and minerals. Students will learn where and how rocks and minerals form, as well as the composition and processes that make each unique.

This workshop will deepen one's appreciation of rocks, minerals and gems in everyday life.

About the Class

The instructor is geologist and paleontologist James Washington, HMNS staff trainer. This workshop includes time in the Cullen Hall of Gems and Minerals and Van Pelt Gemstone Carving exhibitions. Class size is limited.

Taken this course before? This spring, the course is more expansive covering more than 130 specimens that were not included last year.

HOURS & ADMISSION

Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm (last entry at 4:30 pm)
Friday, Saturday, Sunday, 9:00 am - 6:00 pm (last entry at 5:30 pm)
Free Tuesdays (not available on Feb. 20 or May 7, 2024), 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm (last entry at 7:30 pm)
Holiday hours may differ. Please check www.hmns.org/visit/hours-and-pricing for information.
Public - Adult $34.00 Public - Child $34.00 Public - Senior (62+) $34.00

Directions & Parking

Paid Parking
Street Parking

Parking is available in our 6-story garage located on Caroline just south of Hermann Drive. The parking garage is $10 for museum members and $30 for all others. Some free parking is available near the Museum entrance and in Hermann Park. Click here for details.