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Geological Survey Museum of Pretoria - Pretoria Central, Gauteng

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Collectors and rock and mineral enthusiasts will witness the most fascinating and varied specimens in this museum. © Bruce Cairncross

Geological Survey Museum of Pretoria - Pretoria Central, Gauteng

The Geological Survey Museum of Pretoria managed by the Council for Geoscience boasts a display of over 9000 rocks and minerals, out of a collection on record, of over 20 000. Collectors and rock and mineral enthusiasts will witness the most fascinating and varied specimens in this museum. From displays of semi-precious stones and fossils, to diagrams and multi-media visual aids depicting various meteorites, rock cycles, the solar system, mining, diamond cutting and jewellery making...there is no lack of information regarding mineralogy or geology. A spectacular section is devoted to precious and semi-precious stones, with reproductions of the worlds largest diamonds.

The museum's mission is to promote a better understanding of geosciences and support scientific research. It often hosts educational programs, guided tours, and interactive exhibits that highlight the importance of geology in various sectors, including mining, environmental conservation, and infrastructure development.

The collection is exhibited in the Ditsong National Museum of Natural History in Central Pretoria

Contact details for the Geological Survey Museum of Pretoria:
Address: Council for Geoscience, 280 Pretoria Street, Silverton, Pretoria, South Africa
Phone: +27 12 841 1911
Email: see website
Website: https://www.geoscience.org.za


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