Ruby City Gems & Minerals, Franklin

Amazing selection of rocks, fossils, kits, and minerals spread over a huge shop floor, very reasonably priced. Jewelry portion of the store has a wide selection of gemstones and jewelry including local gems. The free admission museum in the back contains several rooms of mineral and artifacts from all over the region and world. I highly recommend a visit. Also the porch has a wonderful view of the mountains.

The museum is worth the trip alone. The shop has great values and wonderful staff and owners, but that museum... oh wow. Never have I seen such a variety of minerals, especially carved spheres. And the family connection to the museum is really just a very special thing. They love what they do and it really shows. Cannot recommend this place more!