W. M. Keck Earth Science and Mineral Engineering Museum

1664 N Virginia St, University of Nevada, Reno, Nevada 89557 USA

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“Nevada's Oldest Geology Museum”

The geology and mining museum on campus since 1908. Located in the Mackay school of mines the Keck museum features minerals, mining artifacts, fossils, and many other interesting and unique objects of Nevada's geologic and cultural past.

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Sharon J.

05 August 2015

Great local history. You can see: Gems, Minerals, fossils, mining history and mining relics. Located in the old part of UNR, in the Mackay Building. Read more

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Sandy K.

12 March 2020

Great place to visit for some Nevada history! The museum had so many beautiful displays and I had such a great time walking around. You can take your time and read all of the descriptions, which I... Read more

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Griffin B.

30 September 2017

This geology museum is a real gem. *cricket sounds* Thank you! I'll be here all week! But in all seriousness, this is a great spot for anyone who is a fan of science and history, where you can... Read more

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