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  The Kentucky Coal Museum allows the public to learn about coal mining through access to perhaps the most comprehensive collection of mining memorabilia in the nation. The product of study and painstaking research, the Museum’s collection uniquely portrays life in a coal camp. Read more...

Welcome to the Clement Mineral Museum, a one-of-a-kind showcase of the collection of Ben E. Clement, a giant in Kentucky mining. The collection is composed of thousands of fluorite crystal specimens, ranging in weight from a fraction of an ounce to hundreds of pounds. Each specimen was “a rare accidental find” among regular ore bodies. In addition to the fluorite, Read more...

Welcome to our gift shop, where you can find the following: Brazilian agate bookends Minerals and specimens  Jewelry designed by Nadine Lear Coral Great gift ideas We offer a fantastic selection of collectibles, unusual stones and educational materials. We’d love it if you stopped by! Read more...

We specialize in high-end rocks and old-fashioned fun! Our world-class rock and fossil specimens will thrill the most seasoned collector – or help a first-time buyer assemble the perfect selection of must-have minerals. ​ You can pose with our giant Mosasaurus roadside attraction outside and view the REAL “Big Mo” Mosasaurus skull inside before touring our Mystery House – a Read more...

The Mineral & Lapidary Museum of Henderson County, Inc. was the dream of one man, Larry Hauser. That dream first began in 1982. His purpose was to establish a place where children could go to see and learn about the earth sciences. The search for a site took 15 years. But that dream became a reality when the museum had Read more...

Blue Earth Traders was formed in 2008 with a strong desire to make a go of turning this awesome hobby into a business! It worked! After nine years full time on the road Blue Earth Traders landed at Maggie Valley Rock Shop which is now home! This year 2019, with a new website and online sales we look forward to Read more...

In 2005, Cornerstone Minerals opened its doors in Asheville, NC after participating in conferences and trade shows for over a decade. We pride ourselves on hand selecting our items from sites across the world – in order to keep prices low and quality high. Our collections include fine minerals and crystals, rare fossils, high class decor and jewelry. Read more...

Our selection has been reported by several rock shop magazines, as “Worth the Trip”. Some have even called us the “working man’s rock & mineral shop”. Well…we are a “Working Rock Shop”. We have been known to cut piece for piece (depending on the rock) and slice for slice. We buy, sell, and trade. Read more...

The Tar Heel Gem and Mineral Club monthly meetings have been cancelled until further notice due to the spread of COVID-19. Everyone please stay home and stay safe. We will update you when things have subsided and meetings resume. Read more...

Welcome to the online home of the Southern Appalachian Mineral Society. We are organized to promote popular interest and education in the various earth sciences, in particular, mineralogy; to foster exchange of knowledge of lapidary techniques; and to promote good fellowship. Founded in 1931, we are one of the oldest mineral societies in the nation, with membership extending into many Read more...

The Henderson County Gem and Mineral Society is a club based in Henderson County, North Carolina. We are avid Mineral collectors, Rock hounds, workers of the Lapidary Arts, Jewelry Makers, and Gemstone enthusiasts. Our Club meets the third Monday of each month (except December, when we hold our Christmas Party) at the “Public Works” building, 305 Williams Street, Hendersonville, NC, Read more...

One of the unique experiences available to the visitor to Emerald Village is the opportunity to prospect and dig for emeralds in the dumps at the Crabtree Emerald Mine. This mine produced emeralds from 1895 (including for the Tiffany Company of New York) until the mine closed in the 1990s. The actual mine shaft went underground several hundred feet and Read more...

Come explore the historic two hundred year old Little Pine Gem Mine located on our property. Our two, three, and four hour rides feature a visit to the mine, either on horseback or by wagon the way the pioneers did years ago. Upon arrival at Little Pine Gem Mine, on our three and four hour tours, you will have a Read more...

 The Emerald Hollow Mine is the only emerald mine in the world open to the public for prospecting. Nestled snugly in the foothills of the beautiful Brushy Mountains, this North Carolina Emerald mine is located in the small town of Hiddenite, North Carolina. This is recognized as one of the most unique and interesting geological locations on the North American Read more...

We sell our fine minerals, rocks, fossils, petrified wood, sculptures, crystal healing & therapy stones, display specimens, and art strictly through our website GeoRarities.com, due to the Covid coronavirus pandemic. Our studio has been closed to public since March 2020 to insure no contamination. We hope to reopen our studio to the public after vaccines are distributed in 2021. Read more...

Haunted Ridge Rocks is one of the newest Druze Quartz attractions in Missouri. Currently, open weekends or by appointment for crystal digging. Frequently Asked Questions: 1: How much does it cost to dig? There is no admission fee and rocks will cost $30 per 5 gallon bucket if you provide the bucket. There will be a small fee if you Read more...

A retired dairy farm that has opened it’s fields to rock hunter enthusiast. We have a variety of quartz, amethyst raging from smokey, to light, and dark purple. Read more...

Lucky Lake Gem and Mineral Mine of Virginia was discovered by sheer luck.  While creating a lake on the property to honor their mother and father small rocks and colored stones were found.  After years of research a major pegmatite was discovered running through the property. Perfect for all ages…  bring your family, friends, or group and we’ll help you’ll Read more...

Meetings Meetings are held on the 4th Monday of each month, except July and August, via ZOOM. Check the latest newsletter for up-to-date meeting dates. Visitors are Always Welcome at our Club Meetings. Read more...

Temporarily Closed! Read more...