The Rice Museum houses a world-class collection of minerals, rocks, gems, fossils, and meteorites. It is nestled amongst 23 acres of old-growth evergreen trees. The building, a mid-century modern home, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places for its unique architectural style, natural stonework, and extraordinary native Oregon woodwork.

The Museum is a Smithsonian Affiliate, one of only three in Oregon. The Affiliation serves as an endorsement of the quality of a museum’s facilities, the training and professionalism of its staff, and its mission to educate the public.