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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 monthly membership meetings; exchange rocks, minerals, and fossils; host field trips; provide presentations to local school children and organizations; and share information about our club at local community events.  We welcome members of all ages including kids ages 8 – 18.  (Our Pebble Pups youth program has monthly meetings and field trips of their own!)  We also have a Fundraising Auction, a Picnic and Rock Swap, a Gem, Jewelry, and Mineral Show, and a Christmas Dinner every year.  Plus, HGMS members have access to a state-of-the-art Lapidary Shop and jewelry crafting activities (Rocket City Jewelers and Metalsmithing).  The Huntsville Gem and Mineral Society is a member of the Southeast Federation of Mineralogical Societies (SFMS) which is a member of the American Federation of Mineralogical Societies (AFMS).

HGMS Picnic Coming Up

HGMS members and guests: Make plans now to attend our Annual Picnic and Rock Swap this Saturday, June 14th in the Large Pavilion in Monte Sano State Park (5105 SE Nolen Ave, Huntsville, AL). (Note:  This is a change of location from last year.  We are NOT meeting at the Scoble Memorial Pavilion, aka the “Biker’s Trailhead Pavilion”, this year.)  When you come to the park gate, tell them you’re with HGMS to get free entry to the park. The Large Pavilion is a stone shelter just inside the park gate, near the bluff, West of Monte Sano Lodge.  The GPS coordinates are 34.742778,-86.517222. Click Annual Picnic and Rock Swap for details.

Upcoming SFMS Shows

June 14, 2025: New Albany Fossil Road Show. 10a – 2p. at the Union County Heritage Museum in New Albany, MS. Paleontologist George Phillips will be on hand. The event is free and attendees can bring objects for identification and/or collections to show. Call 662-538-0014 or email to jill@ucheritagemuseum.com

August 29 – 31, 2025: Alabama Mineral and Lapidary Society, 53rd Gem and Mineral Show. Bessemer Civic Center, 1130 9th Avenue SW, AL. Friday and Saturday, 10a – 6p, Sunday, 10a – 4p. Adults $5; Teens $3; 12 and under free. See Alabama Mineral & Lapidary Society.