ZRS Fossils and Gifts

Minneapolis, United States

4.8

Closed now

9 reviews

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Telephone:
+1 612-824-1068
Website:
www.zrsfossils.com
Address:
3018 Lyndale Ave S, Minneapolis, MN, 55408
Uptown
Nearby public transportation stops & stations:
210 ftLyndale Av S
250 ftLake St W
590 ftGarfield Av S
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Accepts Credit Cards
Yes
Parking
Street
Bike Parking
Yes
Wheelchair Accessible
Yes
Dogs Allowed
Yes
By Appointment Only
No

Today

Today 11:00 am – 7:00 pm
Closed now
Local time (Minneapolis) 1:46 AM Tuesday, June 24, 2025

Business hours

Monday 11:00 am – 7:00 pm
Tuesday 11:00 am – 7:00 pm
Wednesday 11:00 am – 7:00 pm
Thursday 11:00 am – 7:00 pm
Friday 11:00 am – 7:00 pm
Saturday 11:00 am – 7:00 pm
Sunday 11:00 am – 7:00 pm

Description

Specialties

With 4,000 square-​feet of ‘Unique Treasures from the Earth’ ZRS offers the Twin Cities’ most extensive array of unique fossils, minerals, crystals, exquisitely handcrafted natural stone jewelry, exceptional giftware items & stone décor from around the world — plus lapidary equipment, educational supplies, & books. Our impressive array of rock-​related materials range from an enormous variety of tumbled stones & natural crystals to giant cave bear skeletons, petrified wood tables & everything in-​between. More than a retail store, ZRS teaches exciting Lapidary & Crystal Energy Classes taught through in-​house Studio-​Lab /​& offers a hands-​on series of family-​friendly ZRS Guided Fieldtrips to collect your own fossils & minerals around the country & through Morocco each year. ZRS also celebrates wellness via in-​house expos uniting local healing practitioners with those interested in exploring innovative options for optimal wellness. Paleontologist owned & operated. Passion abounds here!

History

Established in 2000.

Previously located in Calhoun Square, ZRS now enjoys their spacious, eclectic Uptown Lyn-​Lake digs — all 4,000 square feet! Stop by to check out the huge array of rock-​related items — gifts — six cases of one-​of-​a-​kind jewelry — some of the most exquisite carvings, lamps, tables & unique gift items from nature in all price ranges. Take a lapidary or crystal energy class or explore with ZRS on a Guided Fieldtrip! Always lots of activity going on at the shop … open for kids birthday parties as well as scout & classroom educational store tours.

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9 reviews of ZRS Fossils and Gifts

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Place rating: 5
Toledo, OH
I love this shop! Positive vibes and a good staff. They have a huge selection of crystals, fossils and stones. I go for tumbled crystals and stones. Everything is a reasonable price. They have a treasure chest full of tumbled stones, you get 10 stones for $ 4! Great deal. Perfect place for anyone collecting crystals, stones and/​or fossils.
Place rating: 5
Minneapolis, MN
I wandered into ZRS Fossils and Gifts one day and knew instantly I had to come back when I had more time. First of all, the place is very impressive. There is a Giant Cave Bear near the entrance and lots of large fossils on the wall. There’s a row of glass cases with thousands of stones and fossils. I came back later in the year with a goal in mind: a Christmas present for my boyfriend. The gentleman working there was more than happy to show me pieces in my price range (~$ 100). I settled on a fossil of a Brittlestar that was ½ billion years old. This is also a great place to bring kids because they have a table of inexpensive trinkets and you can even pick out your own little collection of stones. I’d say this place is one of the hidden gems of Uptown!
Place rating: 5
Minneapolis, MN
ZRS Fossils & Gifts is one of my favorite places to shop or just browse to see what new treats they have in. This is basically like a museum but you get to touch nearly everything on display!!! I always find incredible gifts here at very reasonable prices and the gifts will wow the receivers whether they are a nature nerd, naturalist or just your average Joe (or Jill!). The staff are all very inviting and eager to help you find what you’re looking for as well as share their vast knowledge about fossils, gems and other goodies they offer. Definitely make it a point to check this place out. They even offer regular travel adventures both locally and abroad!
Place rating: 5
Dallas, TX
This is a very interesting store with a variety of cool fossils and jewelry. The proprietor was very knowledgeable and helpful in explaining things to us. Even if you aren’t interested in fossils it is worth coming in to look around. There are some neat little gift ideas under $ 20 as well. Have a look!
Place rating: 5
Minneapolis, MN
After going to the Enchanted Rock Garden a few weeks ago I discovered a whole new world of rocks. This was the next stop in my exploration into rock collecting. The staff was super nice, knowledgeable, and helpful (which always catches me off guard in stores with expensive merchandise on the shelves). She didn’t rush us or lurk around to make sure we weren’t stealing (which is usually passed off as asking if «you need any help» multiple times). The variety is exciting and different than other places I have been to (with a reasonable emphasis on fossils). The store is open and brightly lit, with most of the merchandise in glass cases which gives the front of the store a museum-​like feel. They have things available for all price ranges and interests.
Parking along Lyndale is all metered, but you can park for free on Sundays, so that’s great!
Place rating: 4
Eden Prairie, MN
I have only been to their booth at the State Fair. I keep meaning to get into their store. They also have some nice amber pieces but less unique than those at Baltic.
I still find them really helpful and nice. I always make a point to take my Blue Ribbon coupon into the Grandstand and buy something. I bought a few items this year. A really large stone in a ring that was reasonably priced.
The older gentlemen (maybe an owner?) is so excited to tell you all about the different fossils and things they have.
Place rating: 5
Minneapolis, MN
My dad and I stumbled on this place after dinner one night and I will be going back! Rocks, fossils, jewelry, and other fun stuff fill this large store. The man working was approachable, answered all our questions, and seemed knowledgeable. You can buy huge chunks of moonstone or petrified wood by the pound. YEAH! If you are into rocks, this seems like a cool place to visit.
Place rating: 5
Eau Claire, WI
Love this place! Lots of goodies to look at. I scored a huge piece of Amazonite in their 40% off section that I’m in love with. Got a bunch of goodies for a reasonable price. The clerks were very chill and friendly!
Place rating: 4
Minneapolis, MN
This place is just frickin’ cool. They’ve got huuuuge fossils, including a behemoth cave bear (a la Clan of) and a gorgeous osteichthyes of some kind that is just amazing.
They also have a nice selection of semi-​precious jewelry, with lots of pretty amber and lapis, quartz, amethyst, all the necessary ones and a few really nice ammonites as well.
The staff is super friendly and mellow, more than willing to show you things and let you hold some of the larger, more energetic pieces. Very knowledgeable too and my shopping companion brought in some quartz that he had in his car and they were happy to help identify it.
Very cute shop and highly recommended for geonerds.