Welcome to Our Website!

The Huntsville Gem and Mineral Society (HGMS) is a non-profit 501(c)(7) educational organization for people interested in the Earth sciences – gemology, mineralogy, geology, paleontology, lapidary arts and related fields.  Our primary purpose is to educate our members and the general public in these areas.  We offer interesting programs at our regular monthly meetings (Next Meeting); exchange rocks, minerals, and fossils; provide presentations to local school children and organizations; and host field trips.

We also have an Annual Fundraising Auction, an Annual Picnic and Rock Swap, an Annual Gem, Jewelry, and Mineral Show (the largest in North Alabama), and an Annual Christmas Dinner.  Plus, HGMS members have access to a state-of-the-art lapidary shop, jewelry crafting activities (wire working and metalsmithing), and our Pebble Pups youth program. 

The Huntsville Gem and Mineral Society is a member of the Southeast Federation of Mineralogical Societies which is a member of the American Federation of Mineralogical Societies.

Power is Restored

Power has been restored to the HGMS Education Center!  Beginning with the January 23rd meeting, all Regular Monthly Meetings and activities – Lapidary, Pebble Pups, Metal Smithing, and Rocket City Jewelers (RCJ) – will be held at the HGMS Education Center.  Our thanks to the Studio 60 Senior Center for allowing us to use their building for meetings and activities during the hiatus.  

Upcoming Shows

The Mid-Tennessee Gem and Mineral Society (MTGMS) will present its 42nd Annual “Earth Treasures” Show (Gem, Jewelry, Mineral, and Fossil Show and Sale) Saturday, December 9th (9am – 6pm) and Sunday, December 10th (10am – 5pm) at the Williamson County Ag Expo Park, 4215 Long Lane, Franklin, TN  37064.  For more information, see http://mtgms.org/show.htm.