🏺 Museum

The Museum is a cultural building in Pelican Town in Stardew Valley. It serves as both a library and a museum, where the player can donate artifacts and minerals to earn rewards and complete collections. The building is run by Gunther, who manages the exhibits and accepts donations throughout the game.

📍 Location

Located on the south side of Pelican Town, near the Blacksmith’s shop and across the bridge from the beach path.
Open from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM daily.

🌟 Features

Players can donate artifacts and minerals found while mining, fishing, or exploring.
Donated items are displayed in the museum’s collection area.
Books collected from the town are placed in the library section for reading.
Rewards such as seeds, furniture, and rare items are given after certain numbers of donations.

📦 Donations

A total of 95 artifacts and minerals can be donated to the Museum. Rewards are given progressively, with the final reward for completing the entire collection being the Stardrop. Items can be rearranged freely within the display area after donation.

👥 Staff

Gunther — runs the Museum and accepts donations. He is not a marriage candidate and cannot be gifted.

💡 Strategy

Pro Tip: Focus on completing the Museum early — the rewards, especially the Stardrop, are extremely valuable.

Bring extra tools when mining to collect geodes and artifacts efficiently.
Use the Blacksmith to crack open geodes for minerals and artifacts.
Check artifact spots regularly around town for unique donations.
Rearrange displays to your liking — organization makes it easier to track progress.