Masks are required for all visitors and staff.
Walk-ins are available or make your reservations here.
Learn more about the Museum’s COVID-19 protocols.

Sharing with others the eternal beauty of gemstones and promoting the study of earth science.

Discover one-of-a-kind gem treasures. Lapidary marvels await the entire family.
See an extraordinary collection of gems, hardstone carvings, rocks and minerals from around the world.

Experience lapidary art & earth science through programs and tours for children and adults.

PERMANENT COLLECTION

Mosaics

Dioramas

Jade Carvings

Cameos

Organic Gems

Gemstones

Rocks, Minerals, Fossils

Castle Lizzadro

Exploration and activities you can do online

Watch an introductory film about the Lizzadro Museum

See a feature on the reopening of the Lizzadro Museum

Explore the Lizzadro Museum VIRTUALLY!

Learn about
Earth Science with
Rocky the Rockhound!

It’s not the same as the actual book, but you can still print out your Passport to Adventure and collect stamps from the Lizzadro Museum and other Museums in DuPage and Kane Counties. 
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