TEMPE, AZ (AZFamily) — There’s a hidden gem tucked inside a family-run storefront in Tempe.
Miners Rock Shop is more than a place to buy rocks—it’s an immersive, hands-on experience where visitors can explore the beauty of nature, learn how gems are made, and take home a piece of the Southwest.
The shop is owned and operated by the Baar family. Their story began when an ex-archaeologist who worked with Colombian emeralds met a Midwest jewelry designer. They fell in love, blended their family of three kids, and started building a life rooted in adventure…