The GIA Museum in Carlsbad, California introduces visitors to the vast and vibrant world of gems and jewelry. Our exhibits, spread throughout the campus, display the science and beauty of gems, minerals, and jewelry. They feature rotating items from the GIA collection and extraordinary pieces on loan from our friends in the industry and private collectors.
To reserve a General Museum Tour or request a Group Museum Tour, please visit www.gia.edu/gia-museum
Current & Upcoming Exhibitions
Eyes of Brazil
Permanent Collection
The stunning series of agate slices are all cut from a single geode found in 2014 by soy farmers tilling their field in Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil. Their backhoe crushed the end of the boulder, leading to the discovery of crystals inside. Read more…
Tourmaline Carvings
Permanent Collection
In 1972, an immense pocket of superb tourmaline was uncovered in Maine, Dunton Quarry Mine, Newry Hill, USA. These high-quality crystals ranged in color from beautiful greens and rich pinks to piercing blues. Read more…
Faces of Eternity
Permanent Collection
Peruvian artist Luis Alberto Quispe Aparicio was inspired by the juxtaposition of human mortality and the timelessness of gemstones as he created “Faces of Eternity,” a collection of hand-carved gem skulls. Read more…
Atlantis
Permanent Collection
The lost world of Atlantis — has been found. This stunning specimen called “Atlantis” consists of dreamy stalactite spires made of green malachite coated with blue chrysocolla. Read more…
Hauser Mineral Collection
Permanent Collection
This collection features more than 60 ornamental minerals of exceptional size and quality – many from localities with restricted access or that are no longer producing. Read more…
Visit GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Museum
Address:
5355 Armada Drive
Carlsbad, CA
92008
Phone:
(760) 603-4116
Hours:
General Museum Tours are 1-hour complimentary guided tours offered Monday through Friday at 9:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. Please note that all tours must be scheduled at least 24 business hours in advance, and all dates and times are subject to availability.
Website:
5355 Armada Drive, Carlsbad, CA
