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Sold OutSun, Nov 08Mineral & Lapidary Museum -Side EntranceLearn the fundamentals of wire wrapping and create a wire-woven bail.
Mon, Nov 16Grace Lutheran ChurchJoin the Henderson County Gem & Mineral Society on November 16th for one of our most anticipated events of the year—our Annual Silent Auction!
Sun, Nov 29Mineral & Lapidary Museum -Side EntranceGo deeper into the art of wire weaving and learn to break down and recreate the waves you admire.
Club Party!Sold OutSat, Dec 05Grace Lutheran ChurchCelebrate the season with your fellow rockhounds at the Henderson County Gem & Mineral Society's annual Holiday Dinner Party on December 5th!
Multiple DatesTue, Oct 27Mineral & Lapidary Museum -Side EntranceCome Cab with us! October 19th Cab equipment is open from 9am-6pm with skilled instructors on site. Workshop hours are open to dues paying members and those interested in using the cabbing equipment we have on site. Come and go as you please from 9 am - 6pm. Please bring cash for the day fee.- Multiple DatesSun, Oct 25Mineral & Lapidary Museum -Side EntranceCome Cab with us! October 19th Cab equipment is open from 9am-6pm with skilled instructors on site. Workshop hours are open to dues paying members and those interested in using the cabbing equipment we have on site. Come and go as you please from 9 am - 6pm. Please bring cash for the day fee.
- Multiple DatesWed, Oct 21Mineral & Lapidary Museum -Side EntranceCome Cab with us! October 19th Cab equipment is open from 9am-6pm with skilled instructors on site. Workshop hours are open to dues paying members and those interested in using the cabbing equipment we have on site. Come and go as you please from 9 am - 6pm. Please bring cash for the day fee.
- Multiple DatesTue, Oct 20Mineral & Lapidary Museum -Side EntranceCome Cab with us! October 19th Cab equipment is open from 9am-6pm with skilled instructors on site. Workshop hours are open to dues paying members and those interested in using the cabbing equipment we have on site. Come and go as you please from 9 am - 6pm. Please bring cash for the day fee.
RSVP ClosedMon, Oct 19Grace Lutheran ChurchBring your latest collection, favorite item(s), lapidary work and other club related goodies to our meeting in October so that we can all share in learning and exploring together.- Multiple DatesMon, Oct 19Mineral & Lapidary Museum -Side EntranceCome Cab with us! October 19th Cab equipment is open from 9am-6pm with skilled instructors on site. Workshop hours are open to dues paying members and those interested in using the cabbing equipment we have on site. Come and go as you please from 9 am - 6pm. Please bring cash for the day fee.
Multiple DatesSun, Oct 18Mineral & Lapidary Museum -Side EntranceAfter a major face-lift, the workshop is officially reopening, and you're invited to see it. Open to current members and those interested in joining.- Multiple DatesSat, Oct 17Mineral & Lapidary Museum -Side EntranceAfter a major face-lift, the workshop is officially reopening, and you're invited to see it. Open to current members and those interested in joining.
Multiple DatesSun, Oct 04National Guard ArmoryJoin the Henderson County Gem & Mineral Society for our annual Minerals, Gems & Jewelry 3-Day Extravaganza, a beloved community event showcasing the beauty, science, and wonder of the earth’s natural treasures.- Multiple DatesSat, Oct 03National Guard ArmoryJoin the Henderson County Gem & Mineral Society for our annual Minerals, Gems & Jewelry 3-Day Extravaganza, a beloved community event showcasing the beauty, science, and wonder of the earth’s natural treasures.
- Multiple DatesFri, Oct 02National Guard ArmoryJoin the Henderson County Gem & Mineral Society for our annual Minerals, Gems & Jewelry 3-Day Extravaganza, a beloved community event showcasing the beauty, science, and wonder of the earth’s natural treasures.
RSVP ClosedMon, Sep 21Grace Lutheran ChurchJoin the Henderson County Gem & Mineral Society on Monday, September 21st from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM for an engaging presentation exploring the fascinating intersection of crystals, culture, and lapidary arts.
RSVP ClosedMon, Aug 17Grace Lutheran ChurchJoin the Henderson County Gem & Mineral Society on Monday, August 17th at 6:30 PM for a fascinating presentation on one of the world's most intriguing gemstones—Moldavite.
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Sheffield Gem Mine Members Dig Field Trip
Sun, Jun 07
|Sheffield Gem Mine
"HOME OF THE HONKERS"
Registration is closed
Time & Location
Jun 07, 2026, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM EDT
Sheffield Gem Mine, 385 Sheffield Farms Rd, Franklin, NC 28734, USA
About the event
Dues paying members are welcome to join us for an HCGMS members on a dig to the Sheffield Gem Mine. This field trip does not require a prepaid payment as the mine offers a variety of dig options ranging for my a budgets. You will pay open arrival.
If you wish to carpool you can meet James at the Wendy's located at: 1500 Four Seasons Blvd in Hendersonville. Others can meet directly at the mine. Mine opens at 10 am and dig can go until 5pm. You are welcome to come and go as you please. If you plan to attend please RSVP online.
What makes our mine so special is the presence of star rubies and sapphires. Keep in mind that star rubies are only found in Cowee Valley and Burma, India.
Family friendly! Sheffield Gem Mine is a historic native Ruby/Sapphire mine in Franklin, North Carolina that offers…
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