The Bristol Gem & Mineral Club fosters interest in the earth and geological sciences, minerals, and the lapidary arts.
Our members include mineral collectors, jewelry makers, gem cutters and faceters, and nature enthusiasts. Anyone interested in rocks, gems, and minerals is welcome to join! We also encourages the spread of the hobby with the general public, schools, and other organized groups. [Read More...]
Lapidary & Library
Lapidary Center
The club has a Lapidary Center where members can cut and polish stones that can be used to create jewelry. The center is equipped with trimming saws, a drill press, and a variety of grinding and polishing machines. [Read More...]Library
New acquisitions and highly popular books are now available! These special items can be borrowed one at a time for one month. Other books may be borrowed for up to two months. A selection of books and DVDs may also be available for your perusal and loan at each meeting. [Read More...]
2024 Annual Gem Show
Saturday, October 19
9:30 am to 5:00 pm
Sunday, October 20
10:00 am to 4:00 pm
At the Beals Community Center, 240 Stafford Ave. in Bristol (links to directions and map.)
Admission for the show is $5 for adults. Kids under 12 are free with paid adult, and scouts and 4-H members with leaders (in uniform) are free too.