Scientists in the Department of Mineral Sciences seek to understand the evolution of the Earth and Solar System by studying samples from environments ranging from the mantle to mine drainages, from volcanic arcs to the asteroid belt. The department is home to world-class collections of rocks, minerals, meteorites, and gems, as well as the instruments our scientists use to study these specimens in detail.

**Due to the COVID-19 closure of the Natural History Museum our shipping offices are closed. DO NOT send any packages to Department of Mineral Science staff at this time as there are NO STAFF MEMBERS ON SITE to receive them.**