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The Huntsville Gem and Mineral Society (HGMS) is a non-profit educational organization for people interested in mineralogy, geology, paleontology, lapidary arts and related fields.  Our primary purpose is to educate our members and the general public in these areas.  We accomplish this by presenting programs, shows and lectures (to school children and organizations); hosting field trips; and exchanging rocks, minerals and fossils.  We have regular monthly meetings, and special annual events, such as the Fundraising Auction, the Picnic and Rock Swap, the Gem, Jewelry, and Mineral Show (the largest in North Alabama), and the Christmas Dinner.  Plus, HGMS members have access to a state-of-the-art lapidary shop and to jewelry crafting activities, such as wire working and metalsmithing.  Guests and visitors are always welcome!

Attention New and Current Members

2023 Dues are Due in January

How much are the annual dues?

Dues are $20 for a single membership or $25 for a family membership.  Those who joined or renewed their HGMS membership at the Fall show will not be charged the extra amount.

Where can I get an application?

You can pick up an application at the November membership meeting or select MEMBERSHIP at the top of this page and print the application.

What do my dues give back to me?

Dues cover about half of the HGMS annual budget, along with income from the Annual Auction.  The income is used to help provide support for our Education Center and our many activities – Lapidary, Rocket City Jewelers, Metalsmithing, Future Rockhounds of America (formerly Pebble Pups), Field Trips, the Annual Auction, Picnic, and Gem, Jewelry, and Mineral Show – plus AFMS/SFMS/DMC Federation membership and insurance, the Newsletter, monthly programs, the Webpage, and Community Outreach.  Quite a bargain, don’t you think?!!!