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The Huntsville Gem and Mineral Society (HGMS) is a non-profit educational organization. Our purpose is to promote the knowledge and enjoyment of rocks, gems, minerals, fossils, jewelry crafting, lapidary arts, and related interests. We offer programs at our monthly Member Meetings; give presentations to school children and local organizations; exchange rocks, minerals, and fossils among members; host field trips; share our Newsletters with other rock clubs; and share information about our club at local Community events! We serve all of North Alabama, and visitors are welcome including children and youth ages 8 – 18. Ask us for a tour of our facility! There’s something for everyone in HGMS and many activities for the whole family to enjoy!
Coming This Fall..
More Upcoming Events
2026 Gem Show, Alabama Mineral & Lapidary Society (AMLS), Friday, September 4 – Sunday, September 6, 9am – 4pm, at the Bessemer Civic Center, 1700 Third Avenue, North Bessemer, AL.
Annual Alabama Fossil Fest, Alabama Museum of Natural History (ALMNH), Saturday, September 12, 1pm – 4pm, in Smith Hall on The University of Alabama campus, 427 Smith Avenue, Tuscaloosa, AL. Free admission and parking, all ages welcome, hands on activities. Featuring “BITE CLUB: Identifying Shark Teeth Like a Pro” presentation.
7th Annual Brown Bear Knap In, Friday, October 23 – Sunday, October 25, 12pm – 4pm, at Brown Bear LLC Canoe and Kayak Rentals, 107 Michael Drive, Huntsville, AL.
September Birthstone: Sapphire- A variety of the mineral corundum, this gemstone occurs in blue, yellow, green, orange, pink, and purple depending on trace element content. This gemstone may even show a six-rayed star when cut as a cabochon. Source: 
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