The James Madison University Mineral Museum is re-opening its doors and offering the public a first look at the extraordinary collection of mineral specimens in the Peter L. Via Collection. Very few ...

The Lake Havasu City Aquatic Center transformed into a rock oasis for the 55th annual Gem and Mineral Show. The event ...

Modern mineral collecting has its roots in the 16th century. Georgius Agricola (1494-1555), a German scientist and father of mineralogy and mineral collecting, published “De Re Metallica,” a treatise ...

The 68th annual Four Corners Gem & Mineral Show kicked off Friday with about 1,000 attendees gathered to see gems, geodes, fossils, meteorites, crystals, handcrafted jewelry and art showcased by 60 ...

Mineral, gem and rock fans of all ages flocked to the Santa Cruz Mineral and Gem Society’s annual Rockin’ Holiday Sale at the ...

After a rocky start, a museum and tourist attraction in Bethel will unlock its doors to the public Friday for the third time in 16 months. The Maine Mineral & Gem Museum is scheduled to welcome ...

WATERLOO — Some people thank their lucky stars for finding a hobby that keeps them busy and engaged. Not Jeff Groff. This life-long rock hunter thanks the Ice Age glaciers that advanced into Iowa ...

The Smithsonian has acquired an extraordinary 48.86-carat red topaz for the National Gem Collection. The Whitney Flame Topaz is one of the finest imperial, or “precious,” topaz gemstones in the world, ...

TUCSON, Ariz. (KGUN) — Step out of the heat and enjoy a discounted visit to the Alfie Norville Gem and Mineral Museum this August. The museum is lowering its admission to $5 per person from Tuesday, ...

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) — Do you have an interest in growing your rock collection? Head to the 62 annual 3 Rivers Gem & Mineral Show to grow your collection whether you are a beginner or want to take ...

TUCSON, Ariz. (KGUN) — The Tucson Gem, Mineral & Fossil Showcase continues to grow, with the 2025 edition proving to be the most expansive yet — and Southern Arizona’s economy is reaping the benefit.

The Oklahoma Mineral & Gem Society will host its annual Gem & Mineral Show October 25 through the 27 in the Modern Living Building at the OKC Fairgrounds. Now in its 78th year, the non-profit ...