The American Museum of Natural History has postponed the opening of the redesigned Allison and Roberto Mignone Halls of Gems and Minerals from February to Spring 2021. The decision, the museum said, balances enthusiasm for opening the Halls with the need for caution over the next few months as the Museum—and all New Yorkers—monitor the course of the COVID-19 pandemic. A new opening date will be announced after the new year.
The museum will continue to remain open, practicing COVID-19 health and safety protocols, in accordance with city and state guidance, including maintaining the 25% capacity limit for onsite visitation.
The hall will feature about 5,000 specimens from 95 countries, telling the stories of how mineral diversity arose, the environments in which minerals form, how scientists classify them and how humans have used them throughout history for personal adornment, tools and technology.
