Glasgow Science Festival: Behind the Scenes - Rocks & Minerals at the Hunterian

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Join The Hunterian, University of Glasgow, for a behind-the-scenes exploration into the wonders of Scottish geology and discover the impact on our landscape and industries!

About Glasgow Science Festival: Behind the Scenes - Rocks & Minerals at the Hunterian

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Join The Hunterian, University of Glasgow, for a behind-the-scenes exploration into the wonders of Scottish geology and discover the impact on our landscape and industries, from ancient times to today. Get a closer look at items from The Hunterian's vast collection of rocks and minerals, which tell the story of our planet's history. This is a unique opportunity to see items from The Hunterian collections, which are not currently on display.

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