Karl E. Limper Geology Museum
Since 1968, the Karl E. Limper Geology Museum (named in honor of Professor Karl E. Limper) has been serving Miami University, residents of southwestern Ohio, area schools, and local geologists--both amateur and professional.
Today, the museum continues to develop into a center for engaging visitors in developing a deeper understanding the dynamic world in which we live. We encourage you to visit the museum on the campus of Miami University. Before you visit, however, you may wish to get a glimpse of this growing museum. Please begin your explorations by taking our online tour.
Mission
Whether you visit us online or on campus, you will understand what makes
our museum special. Reading our mission statement will
give you insight into our dedication to helping others learn about the science of geology
and promoting stewardship of the natural geologic environment.
What's new at the Karl E. Limper Geology Museum
Some of our newer exhibits include:
- An Ore Minerals exhibit honoring the contributions of Dr. James Bever.
- A 13.5-inch long Isotelus trilobite fossil - one of the largest you'll ever see.
- A display of Sakura Ishi (cherry blossom stones) from Japan, courtesy of our own Dr. John Rakovan.
- An exhibit of wonderful mineral specimens from Tanakamiyana, Japan, on loan to us from the Harvard Mineralogical Museum.
Access the list of this Fall's Limper Lecture Series presentations here.
The Department of Geology at Miami University
When you visit the museum, stop by the Department of Geology. The department office can give you more information on department faculty and activities and on the opportunities the department offers for the study of geology.
History of geology at Miami
Geology at Miami has been around almost as long as the university. Take a moment to follow Miami's geologic timeline.
Other Stuff You May Find Interesting
Use our online tour to learn about the Limper Geology Museum's collections right from your own computer.
View and/or print the Peffer Park Geology Field Trip Guide.
Also, click here to see the amazing fossil found in 2006 by Mr. Mark Blades, a teacher at Brookville Elementary School in nearby Brookville, Indiana. This fossil consists of two Flexicalymene sp. trilobites embedded in the mud that filled in a gastropod (snail) shell after the gastropod died. Were the trilobites feasting on "escargot" when they died? Mark found this unique fossil at the Route 1 outcrop near Brookville.
