41st Annual Denver Gem and Mineral Show
| Date: | Fri 12th Sep 2008 to Sun 14th Sep 2008 |
| Type of Event: | Public Mineral/Gem Show |
| Venue: | Denver Merchandise Mart, 451 East 58th Avenue (I-25, Exit 215), Denver, CO. |
| Contact: | info@denvermineralshow.com |
| Contact Tel: | 303-233-2516 |
| Contact Address: | Greater Denver Area Gem & Mineral Council, Denver Museum of Nature & Science, Box 4, 2001 Colorado Blvd., Denver, CO 80205-5798 |
| Website: | http://www.denvermineralshow.com |
The Denver Gem & Mineral Show and concurrent Colorado Fossil Expo offer a spectacular view of the earth sciences and lapidary arts, with 300 vendors and exhibits from around the world. Crafters and scientists provide demonstrations of gem cutting, jewelry making, and fossil preparation. The theme for 2008 is “Minerals of Colorado.” Displays showcase some of the world’s finest museum collections as well of those of local geologists, clubs, and rockhounds. Speakers will give talks on topics relating to mining and mineral collecting. There will be free gold panning and other activities for children, plus free gem and mineral identification. Mr. Bones, a walking dinosaur, will delight children of all ages. Hours: Friday, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Admission: Adults $6/day, Seniors (over 65) & Juniors (13-17) $4/day, Children under 13 free with adult.
