Museum

The Museum can be found in the South-East corner of Pelican Town, South of the Blacksmith. At the start of the game, their entire collection is empty. Gunther, who works there, will ask the player to help by donating items, many of which are found in The Mines. Each item can only be donated once.

Donation Rewards

Gunther offers rewards when the collection has grown to certain points.

Items Donated	Reward
5	Cauliflower Seeds x 9
10	Melon Seeds x 9
13	Standing Geode
15	Starfruit Seeds x 1
20	Furniture A Night on Eco Hill
60	Rusty Key (Delivers to you next day)

Book

Title	Contents
The Secret of the Stardrop	For thousands of years, people have been intrigued by the mysterious powers from the stardrop... but no one knows where they come from! Professor R. J. Kutler, a leading researcher on strange fruit, says this: "We've discovered traces of genetic material on meteorites that closely resemble the Stardrop, but it's not a proven match". Regardless of where they come from, the peculiar fruit is said to be uncommonly delicious... and some even claim they grant special power to those who eat them.
An Old Farmer's Journal	I've been here for a year now, and I've started to make friends with the local townspeople. It sure feels great! And they're sending me gifts and secret family recipes in the mail, too! That's really helpful.
Scarecrows	Once you start growing a lot of crops on your farm, you can expect to be visited by crows. In the morning, you might discover that a crow has made breakfast out of your hard work! One way to prevent those bothersome crows from eating your crops is to set up scarecrows near your crops. Be aware that scarecrows have limited range, so you'll need multiple if your farm is large. Scarecrows keep track of how many crows they've diverted. You can use that to tell they're in a useful spot. 'Collectible Scarecrows' aren't just for looks! They work just the same as the regular model.
How deep do the mines go?	This question has been pondered by many Stardew Valley explorers over the years... The truth is, no one really knows. Or at least, they aren't telling anyone. Unfortunately, many of those who venture deep into the mines never return... However, there have been a few bold adventurers who have traveled deep into the mines, and have resurfaced with interesting reports. Apparently, there are three distinct areas in the mine, each with unique monsters and treasures. Some adventurers speak of gigantic underground lakes and strange creatures... But none of these claims have been proven.
...This is a book by Marnie.	'Animals are very sensitive. They like to be pet every day, and prefer to eat grass outdoors than dry hay. They don't like being outside in the rain, though. happy animals produce higher quality products!'
On Foraging	The local woods and mountains are great places to fined wild produce! A good forager will clear out any weeds, stumps, or stones from these areas, so the wild produce has plenty of space to grow! Expert foragers know the secret to cultivating wild food so that it can be grown on the farm. Isn't that amazing?
The Fisherman, Act I:	Tex: Gordy, how do you catch so many fish? For me, it takes forever! Gordy: You must take the choice to become a true fisherman... and over time your fishing speed will increase! Tex: So you're saying that improving my fishing skill will make me fish faster? Gordy: Correct. One day you may even learn the secret to creating your very own bobbers, improving your mastery even more. Now, begone!
Journey of the Prairie King -- The Smash Hit Video Game!	Did you know? Anyone who beats 'Journey of the Prairie King' is automatically entered into a drawing for a special prize? Did you know? The developer has stated that the protagonist is based on a real-life character... A true cowboy her from the prairie-island in the Gem Sea!
A Study on Diamond Yields	After years of research in the mines, I believe I've learned something about diamond frequency. My research involved only the stones that are scattered about the mines... The ones that are broken with a pickaxe. Mineral yields from other sources require more research. Diamonds seem to only form at mine level 50 or greater. At level 50, approximately 1 in 500 stones will be diamond-rich. After level 50, the frequency of diamond formation seems to increase by about .000016 per level. Quite a rare gem! -M. Jasper
Brewmaster's Guide	Ah... to brew! The rich smell of yeast wafting through a cedar loft... The floral overtones of freshly cut hops on a winter's eve... but I digress. You are probably more interested in the practical side of brewing... To brew, you will need a keg. I'll leave it up to you to devise blueprints for a keg. Kegs can be used to make several kinds of product. If vegetables are placed inside, the keg will produce juice. Juice takes the least amount of time to brew. If wheat is placed in the keg, it will produce beer. Beer takes a while to brew, but it is quite profitable. Placing hops in a keg will produced the beloved 'Pale Ale' Place fruit in the keg to make wine. Wine takes the longest of all to make, but a wine made from the finest fruit is worth quite a bit! Be patient with your keg... you'll know it's finished when it's perfectly still. And only drink in moderation, or you'll surely regret it!
Mysteries of the Dwarves	The Dwarves call themselves 'Smoluanu'... which translates to 'sky people'. An odd name for a group that lives deep underground, isn't it? Another mystery of the dwarves is the advanced technology they supposedly possess. Evidence such as this had led me, despite the ridicule of my colleagues, to propose a new theory: I believe the dwarves are the remnants of a once advanced civilization whos interplanetary vehicle crashed on this planet long ago. I propose that this dwarvish spaceship bore down, deep underground... and over time, the dwarves became adapted to their new underground environment. My colleagues ask, 'Why didn't they come above ground and live on the surface?' ...Perhaps their old planet had a thicker atmosphere that protected them from stellar radiation, and they simply could not survive in our sunlight. That would explain why they only surface at night to take what they need from our houses... -M. Jasper
Highlights From The Book of Yoba	Before time there was only the endless golden light. The light called out to itself...'Yoba'. Yoba wanted more. Yoba swirled the golden light into a vortex. Yoba swirled and swirled until a hole formed in the eye of the vortex. From this hold sprung a seed. Yoba smoothed the golden light. Yoba smoothed and smoothed, and the light became soil. Into this soil, Yoba planted the seed. The seed sprouted, and behold! A vine sprung skyward, twisting and probing, casting a writhing shadow onto the golden void. After 11 days, the vine bore fruit. Yoba, with knowing wisdom, peeled the tough skin off the fruit and saw that the world was inside. And so hat is how the world came to be.
Marriage Guide for Farmers	Before you ask someone to marry you, you'll have to date them for a while first (Ask someone to date you with a bouquet from Pierre's). When you're ready to pop the big question, you'll need to give them a 'Mermaid's Pendant'. Everyone knows what it means when you present them with one of those. It's rumored that on stormy days, the ghost of an old mariner appears in Stardew Valley, clutching just such a pendant. After the wedding ceremony, your partner will move in with you. Remember to treat your spouse well... They still like gifts even after marriage! (Paid fore by Pierre)