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Quartz Crystals Dug in Arkansas
Geology of States

Rockhounding in Arkansas – What Rocks You Can Find and Where

ByCeleste

Finding & Exploring the Rocks of Arkansas Nicknamed the ‘Natural State,’ Arkansas is a treasure trove of Rockhounding experiences. From digging for diamonds at Crater of Diamonds State Park to finding your own Quartz treasures in Hot Springs, there’s something for everyone in this great state. The geology of Arkansas is divided into two regions….

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    Twin Creek Crystal Mine

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    Dixie Crystal Mining Co. have a guest mine now open to the public. Twin Creek Mine in Mt. Ida, Arkansas. We have a wall to dig in or simply sift through our rich blast off piles…. Open every day but Christmas 8AM-4 PM Adults $25,10 n under $12. Parking at the pit, shady picnic tables , and lots of AMAZING Read more…
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    Connecticut Cemetery Essex County

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    “Andalusite — Road-cut on Route 102, opposite Connecticut cemetery. In a dark to light gray phyllite schist, pink andalusite crystals or darker crystals with oriented inclusions that resemble a cross or flower (var. chiastolite). Some are white partially altered tomuscovite. Small garnet crystals are also visible in some specimens.” Read more…
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    Arizona Museum of Natural History

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    : 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
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    10:00 am – 5:00 pm
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    10:00 am – 5:00 pm
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    10:00 am – 5:00 pm
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    10:00 am – 5:00 pm
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    11:00 am – 5:00 pm
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    1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
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    Bollinger County Museum

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    The Bollinger County Museum of Natural History is celebrating 20 years of service to our region. Our museum showcases the treasures of our area both in natural history and historical exhibits. The Museum started as a committee of the Will Mayfield Heritage Foundation in 1998 but became our own 501c3 entity in 2004 founded by leaders of the community who Read more…
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    Jae’s Gem Mine

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    Joplin History and Mineral Museum

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    We are a museum that tells the story of Joplin and the Tri-State Mining District. By displaying our historical and mineral collections, we provide boundless inspiration for future generations to better understand the economic and social history of Joplin and the Tri-State Mining District. We have two distincly different museums for you to explore and experience. They both have different Read more…
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    Kanawha Rock & Gem Club

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    Avant Fisher Mountain

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    PUBLIC QUARTZ CRYSTAL DIG   Our public quartz crystal dig at the Ocus Stanley Claim on Fisher Mountain. The Ocus Stanley Claim, which has been in operation since 1946, is the oldest public dig in the state of Arkansas. Weather permitting, the public dig is open six days a week from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Closed on Mondays. Mining Read more…
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