Located in the Old Jail, we have 8 rooms filled with gems and minerals from all over the world!​

In fact we have one of the largest collections in the Southeast!​

Be sure to stop by our gift shop!  We offer jewelry hand-made by our volunteers!

Note: In June of 2015 Our Museum Garden was registered as a Certified Wildlife Habitat with the National Wildlife Federation!

We also Received a Certificate of Excellence from Tripadvisor!

Hours of Operation

​​May 1st - Oct 31st

​MONDAY - SATURDAY​

12pm to 4pm

Nov. 1st - April 30th

Saturdays

12pm-4pm

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​And

By Appointment

Groups

School Groups and Tour Groups of 10 or more are welcome by appointment!​​

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Groups call (678) 243-8036 

Upcoming Meeting

Our Next Meeting is:

Thursday, February 27th @ 6:30pm

The meeting will be held at the First Christian Church at 156 Belleview Park Rd, Franklin, NC 

​Come and enjoy a program having to do with gems, minerals, rock collecting or jewelry making. Guests are always welcome, and you might even win a door prize!

Not a member? Consider joining, it's easy! To join, come to our next meeting or event, stop by the museum, or just ask a member!