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 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).
Upcoming SFMS Shows
Feb 22 & 23, 2025: Mississippi Gem and Mineral Society Show. https://www.missgems.org
Did You Know?
December: Tanzanite – Named for Tanzania, the country where it was discovered in 1967, this popular gemstone is the blue-to-violet or purple variety of the mineral zoisite. Zircon – Best known for its brilliant blue hues, zircon’s optical properties make it bright and lustrous. It also occurs in warm autumnal yellows, reds, and reddish browns, and in green hues. Turquoise – This vivid blue gemstone is a rare phosphate of copper that forms only in the Earth’s most dry and barren regions. Ancient peoples from Egypt to Mesoamerica and China treasured it. Source: 
