Intergenerational Connection and Learning

We are an educational, friendly club of all ages and experience who enjoy a shared interest in earth science, gems, minerals, fossils, lapidary work, making jewelry and more.

Our club is located in Siloam Springs, Arkansas where our members attend monthly meetings with speakers on various topics of interest regarding gems, minerals, earth science, fossils, lapidary work, jewelry creation and more. Members also have use of a wonderful fully-equipped workshop and have the opportunity to participate in field trips.

Monthly Meetings in Our Own Clubhouse!

We meet on the fourth Tuesday of each month in our clubhouse.

  • 6:00 pm for our Kids club meeting
  • 7:00 pm  for our General meeting 

15048 Highway 43, Corner of Highway 43 and Lawlis Road, Siloam Springs, AR     Clubhouse Directions

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Upcoming Events

Join the fun and connect with others who share your interests.

May 3 and May 10 – The Basic Wire Jewelry class teaches each student the hows and whys of using wire and stones to make jewelry.  Each student will make several projects, each designed to make hands-on learning of specific techniques. Open to members and non-members.  Class is limited so use the email form for additional information and registration.

Saturday, July 19 at the Clubhouse 10:00 – 2:00.  Rocks, paint and brushes provided.  Space is limited so email us using the form below to sign up.  Members and non-members welcome.

September 13, 2025 - Outdoors sale/swap held at our clubhouse and free to the public.  Free to attend and free to sell. You can set up a table or small awning and sell or swap your rocks there.  Watch this website as it gets closer to time for more details.

Photo Galleries

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rock swap
Monthly Meeting Photos
woman looking at gems and jewelry on tables
Gem, Mineral and Jewelry Shows
men and women in a jewelry-making class
Classes
rock swap
September Rock Swap
man working in lapidary shop
Lapidary shop
Ron Coleman Mining Co.
Ron Coleman Mining Co. Field Trip
Payson field trip looking at rocks
Field Trip to Payson, AZ
ladies by a large geode in a store
Past Field Trips

About NWA Gem and Mineral Society

Our club was founded on May 21, 1968. Field trips have always been a part of our activities. Learn more about the club, where we have been, and what we have done.

How to Reach Us and Location

We do not have a designated phone number, as we are a volunteer organization. We invite you to attend a meeting in person or send us an email and a volunteer will reply, usually within 2-3 days. 

15048 AR-43, Siloam Springs, AR 72761    Clubhouse Directions

 

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