Cornwall Geological Museum

Cornwall
Geological Museum

West wing of St. John's Hall, Alverton, Penzance, TR18 2QR
Tel: (01736) 332400

Stoneground

The South West's newest interpretative centre entirely devoted to the Earth Sciences with stunning mineral and intriguing fossil displays. Witness the violent geological processes that have shaped our planet's surface over the last four billion years. The importance of precious metals, diamonds, fuels and metals which power the modern world and our everyday civilisation are explained. The museum features a gift shop which offers a wide range of unusual gifts, including carved stone, decorative minerals, jewellery, books, minerals, maps and postcards.

Location

Just a short walk from the town centre.

Now Closed

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