"Gifted Earth" - Gary's Rock Shop, Viroqua Wisconsin
Update October 2024: The rock shop has been on a 10 year plan for a name change and…we are now well into our ninth year under current ownership. It took several years to come to a decision on a solid new business name, one that honors our past, yet better represents our present and future. So, drumroll please… Welcome to Gifted Earth Rock Shop! In the weeks and months to come, you will see us transition fully into our new name. However, our founder, Gary Krause, will continue to have a place in our signage, and in our hearts, and in decisions I make for the business. -Stacie Anthony, owner since 2015
We specialize in metaphysical crystals, mineral specimens, fossils, lapidary equipment, tools & supplies. We carry local rock and fossil specimens from the Midwest (Wisconsin, Minnesota, Illinois, and Iowa) as well as from all other parts of the world, mainly Morocco, Mexico, Madagascar and Brazil. In addition, our customers are guaranteed to find unique gifts made by local owner/artist Stacie Anthony (custom jewelry and artwork) and from around the world, (such as stone carvings, chess sets, lamps, book ends, wind chimes and more). We also carry Fair-Trade and earth-friendly gifts. Our “Gifted Earth” permanent collection features rare and unique specimens used in our educational programs, as well as museum quality show pieces we have acquired.
Gary’s Rock Shop also has a wonderful collection of jewelry for all tastes:
- Authentic Native American Jewelry...including bracelets, earrings and necklaces.
- Baltic Amber...rough chunks with insects, gem grade and amber jewelry.
- Western Bolos & Belt Buckles made in-house
- Stone Earrings, Necklaces & Bracelets handcrafted in-house by Gary's Rock Shop staff, our signature "Gifted Earth" line.
- Symbolic Nature Jewelry by silversmith, Stacie Anthony, owner of Gary's Rock Shop.
You will find resources, books, and kits for crystal healing, rockhounding, geology and children! We also have hands-on learning activities for kids!
"Our Mission is to celebrate the earth in all her beauty by offering one-of-a-kind natural treasures created by earth, to share our enthusiasm and knowledge in the earth sciences and lapidary arts, and to serve as a reminder that the earth is a precious gift to be protected and cherished by promoting environmentalism in our educational programs and daily business practices." ~Stacie Anthony, owner since 2015
We currently have a very small selection of items available on our website, please call if you are looking for something specific or visit our storefront in Viroqua to see our complete inventory.
OUR STORE HOURS: We are currently OPEN Wednesday through Sundays.
Sundays and Wednesdays through Fridays 11 am - 4 pm, And Saturdays 10am - 5pm. Currently closed Mondays and Tuesdays. We are also still happy to accommodate phone orders and curbside service.
