Rockhound Rock Shop
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Opening hours
| Monday | 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Sunday | 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM |
Hours can change on holidays. Check with the venue before you travel.
About this place
Rockhound Rock Shop is a large rock and gem shop in Galesburg with hands-on activities kids enjoy, like cracking open a real freshwater clam to find a hidden pearl or panning for gems and geodes at the outdoor sluice (seasonal, May through October, with buckets starting around $20). The site includes a Trading Post for the pan-for-gems activity, a restaurant across the street called Prospector's Cook House, and an ice cream counter with 16 flavors served in cones, cups, or as sundaes and shakes. Families can also browse a small bookstore and a metaphysical supply section, and the shop hosts seasonal events such as the spring Rockhound Festival with live music, face painting, and vendors, plus a fall Renaissance-style festival. The Trading Post space is also available to rent for birthday parties and other gatherings, with an indoor kitchen area holding about 20-25 people.