A Re-envisioned 21st Century Museum
The Arizona Mining, Mineral and Natural Resources Education (AMMNRE) Museum is a rebirth of the Arizona Mining and Mineral Museum under the University of Arizona’s Office of Research and Partnerships (ORP). Currently in development at the historic Polly Rosenbaum building on the Capitol Mall in Phoenix, the museum will share the story of Arizona's natural resources from various perspectives. It will offer experiences that build awareness about agriculture, mining, forestry, water and land management, as well as the ways humans rely on and are part of the natural world. Here visitors will explore designed environments that stimulate wonder and exhibits that spark curiosity about the natural world and its resources. This vision includes the transformation of the dormant 1921 building into immersive environments, interactive galleries, multi-purpose public engagement spaces, and offices.
The University of Arizona's Office of Research and Partnerships oversees the AMMNRE Museum as part of its interdisciplinary enterprise of cultural institutions, university centers and institutes, core facilities, and research development services. The University of Arizona is a leader in developing innovative solutions for a secure natural resource future. The museum will showcase these innovations that will help improve and sustain life for all.
For the museum's full history, click here.
For the history of the mineral collection, click here.
