Our Story

RocksburyPlace.com was born from a family passion and a deep love of discovery. What began as a business rooted in family grew into something much greater — a mission to inspire curiosity and a lifelong love of learning in young people through the wonders of gems, fossils, and meteorites.

A Family Legacy

RocksburyPlace.com evolved from the foundation built by our family, carrying forward a tradition of care, quality, and authenticity. Every specimen we offer reflects that heritage — hand-selected with pride and purpose.

Howard Merk's Passion for Education

At the heart of RocksburyPlace.com is Howard Merk's belief that the natural world is one of the greatest classrooms. From the iron-rich meteorites of Argentina's Campo del Cielo to the shimmering crystals of Madagascar, each piece in our collection tells a story billions of years in the making. Howard's goal has always been to make these extraordinary pieces of Earth — and beyond — accessible to curious minds of all ages.

More Than a Store

We believe that holding a real meteorite, a genuine crystal, or an ancient fossil sparks something special — a sense of wonder, a question, a conversation. Whether you're a seasoned collector, a science enthusiast, or shopping for a young explorer in your life, RocksburyPlace.com is here to bring the universe a little closer to home.

Thank you for being part of our story.