The purpose of this club is to study, promote an interest in, and disseminate knowledge of Lapidary and various Earth Sciences including but not necessarily limited to geology, paleontology and mineralogy. It is the Club's purpose to provide education in these fields to its members and to the general public; particularly youth and student groups.
UPCOMING EVENTS
GENERAL INFORMATION
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ANNUAL SHOW
April 5 & 6, 2025
In conjunction with the Midwest Federation Convention
For more information, go to:
https://www.lincolngemmineralclub.org/happenings/2025-midwest-federation-conventionMID-WINTER SWAP
2025 Mid-Winter Swap coming Sunday, January 19, 2025.
NEW LOCATION!!
Lincoln Firefighter's Reception Hall
241 Victory Lane, Lincoln
Link to Swap Flyer, Rules & Regulations, Floor Plan,
and online form.No vendor spaces left.
GENERAL MEETINGS
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BOARD MEETINGS
Third Thursday of each month, September thru May
with two exceptions (December and January)
Next meeting is October 17, 2024
Program: Geological Sample Preparation and Analysis is Lapidary
Speaker: Daren Blythe
Daren’s presentation will give an overview of the processes involved in sample preparation, with discussion about how these overlap with lapidary pursuits. He is interested in hearing about how lapidary enthusiasts approach rock processing, especially cutting and polishing.
Thursday, November 7, 2024 at 6:30 p.m.
Home of Vera Lyman
All members are encouraged to attend.
fIELD TRIPS
Saturday, October 26, 2024
9:00 a.m.
Guided tour of Nebraska Hall Fossil Collection
(not normally available for public viewing)
Must pre-register with Clyde Ogg
Call or text 402.326.8682
Tour limited to 15 persons
If more than 15 persons pre-register, a second tour will be available.
Get more information from Clyde Ogg at the
phone number provided above.
MEMBERSHIP DUES
Individual: $20 per year
Couple with household: $30 per year
Youth (age 15 years and younger): $3 per year (with a responsible adult).
All youth must have a responsible adult with them at all club meetings
and functions. NO DROP-OFFS. This is for their safety should something
unforeseen happen.
Dues renewal occurs in January of each year, no matter what month a
member joins. Dues are delinquent on February 1 if not paid.
Online Membership Application
Printable Membership Application
Club Information
YOUTH CLUB
Click here to learn more about our youth club.
Youth Club Information Sheet
PUBLICATIONS
If you want to discover more about Nebraska's geology, check out these publications authored/co-authored by long-time LGMC member, the late Roger K. Pabian.
Record in Rock Minerals & Gemstones of Nebraska
