About Jim Gray's Petrified Wood Company
At Jim Grays, our work begins long before a piece ever reaches the showroom floor.
From locating material in the field, to cutting and polishing each stone, we remain closely involved in every step of the process. This hands-on approach allows us to preserve the natural character of each piece while highlighting its unique patterns, colors, and history.
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Our connection to our land runs deep. We hold mineral rights to 3,000 acres of land near the Petrified Forest National Park, giving us direct access to some of Arizona's most remarkable petrified wood. By working with the material from start to finish, we ensure authenticity, quality, and care in every piece we offer.
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Visiting our store is more than a shopping experience; it's an opportunity to explore millions of years of natural history in one place. Guests can view rare fossils, ancient artifacts, and museum-quality specimens. Take a walk through our cactus garden, or relax near the koi pond surrounded by petrified wood. One of our most talked-about features is "Wild Bill", a 50 million year old alligator fossil on display.
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For those who enjoy hands-on discovery, our rock yard allows visitors to select their own stones and minerals and purchase them by the pound! This is a favorite for families, collectors, and curious explorers.
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Whether you're fascinated by geology or simply passing through Holbrook along Route 66, we invite you to slow down, explore, and experience a place where time, stone, and craftsmanship meet.
What Makes Us Different
Unlike many shops, we handle much of our work in-house; from sourcing, cutting, polishing and displaying. This hands-on approach allows us to maintain quality, authenticity, and respect for the material at every stage. Our knowledge comes from the decades and experience working directly with petrified wood and fossils, not just selling them!
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Petrified Wood Real Wood?
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Yes! Petrified wood begins as a real tree that has slowly been replaced by minerals over millions of years, turning it into stone while preserving its original structure.
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Do You Still Mine?
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Yes! We mine on our private land which we own the mineral rights to, just outside of the National Park.
Do You Cut And Polish In House?
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Yes! We do our own cutting and polishing in house, most of the time you can see us working in our saw shop.
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Do You Do Custom Cutting?
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We do not do any form of custom cutting whatsoever.
How Far Are You From The National Park?
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We are about 20 miles from the park.
Do You Ship Merchandise?
Yes! Most of what we sell can ship. We ship merchandise all over the world.
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Visitor Tips
*Planning Your Visit*
​We recommend allowing extra time to explore our grounds, museum, and rock yard. Many visitors find that this stop becomes longer than expected. There is so much to look at!
Our Timeline
Early 1970's - Store Founded
1970's - 1990's Collection grows along Route 66
Today - Multi- generation, hands-on operation
Then & Now