Fossil Replicas and The Sesula Mineral and Gem Museum


Eleven year old Judah Tyreman and his six year old sister Avi are trying to do something that no other kids in the world have ever attempted. They are crowd funding on Kickstarter to start a geology museum in memory of a friend of theirs.

But doing the impossible is not a new thing for this young kid. Last year, he created a four month exhibition of his massive geology collection with a hands on setup that attracted visitors from all over the country and as far away as China. During that exhibition, Judah met mineral dealer Stuart Sesula.

“When I met Stuart, I explained that I had created a huge hands on mineral and gem show for kids and adults alike, so they could have a chance to see and touch some of the most incredible specimens they will ever see. He was so impressed, that he helped me out with donated specimens and lots of stuff at cost.

Stuart was in an accident when he was young and it left him paralyzed, but that didn’t stop him. He had the biggest collection of minerals and gems I had ever seen, and he bought and sold stuff all around the world. He even took the time to be driven here to our town just to see the show His help was amazing and he really took our show to the next level. With what I picked up from Stuart, I was able to have over 1500 specimens in the display.

Then after the show was over, Stuart got sick and passed away. It was then that I learned that he was so amazed with what I had done, that he wanted his collection to come to me. His stuff is amazing, and I thought I can’t just leave this in boxes, people need to see this. I need to create a museum for our stuff.

So my Dad told me about Kickstarter to crowd fund the project. So I made a video of what Avi and I want to do and I’m hoping that people all over the world will help so I can open the Sesula Mineral and Gem Museum here, so that I can pass on his love of geology to everyone who comes. I want to create a huge set of plaques inside, with the names of all of the people around the world who helped fund it, even if its just a dollar.”

If you would like to help out, you will find his story at kickstarter:
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78th Annual NFMS Show and Convention and AFMS Convention


2016 The Willamette Agate and Mineral Society Show registration form

2016 NFMS/AFMS Show July 29th to 31st, 2016 Albany Oregon

The Willamette Agate and Mineral Society invites you to come see the “Treasures of the Northwest” The AFMS meeting will be held on Thursday the 28th before the show opens on Friday the 29th. It is being held at the Linn County Fair & Expo Building in Albany, Oregon just off I-5. All meetings and events will take place at the Fair Grounds. We expect to have 40 vendors, over 200 display cases, lectures, silent auction and daily field trips to a local petrified wood local for your enjoyment. There will also be an Oral Auction on Sunday to benefit the NFMS. You are welcome to donate to either of the auctions if you have some rock to share.

We are currently lining up the lectures and will have more information as the schedule is firmed up. There will be several lectures on Fossils, Northwest Material, Looking deep into agates via a microscope and Julian Gray of the Rice Museum will also be speaking.

ACCOMMODATIONS

The Best Western Prairie Inn near by has agreed to reserve a block of rooms at a discounted rate for those coming to the event. You can call them at 541-928- 5050 our group name is “NFMS Rock & Gem Show”. This rate and block of rooms will only be held until July 12th so please reserve early.

The Holiday Inn Express 541-928-8820 and the Comfort Suites 541-928-2053 right next to the Fair Grounds do not have rooms reserved but will provide a discount if you mention that you are there for an event at the Expo building. You will need to ask for the “Expo rate”.
There are also RV parks in the area that are available. There are a few spots at the Fair Grounds you need to contact them directly and mention you are with the rock show. The Knox Butte RV Park 541-928-9033, The Blue Ox RV Park 541-926-2886, The Albany RV & Trailer Park 541-928-8532, and The Albay/Corvallis KOA 541-967-8521 are all close by.

We really recommend that if you are planning to attend that you make sure to get your room in advance because the same weekend is also the multi-day Country Music Festival in nearby Sweet Home and rooms and RV parks tend to fill up.

For your long range planning the Multi-Federation Field Trip is the week after the show out of Prineville Oregon. So come for both events and really see some of the Treasurers of the Northwest.

Janice Van Cura, Show Chair 541-753-2401 jvancura@peak.org

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The Spring 2016 Rocky Mountain Gem and Mineral Show


Rocky Mountain Gem and Mineral Show

A great gem, jewelry, fossil and mineral show coming to beautiful Denver, Colorado by our friends with Rocky Mountain Gem and Mineral CO-OP.
This is an excellent group of skilled, knowledgable and fun rockhounds and gem, mineral and fossil professionals. Some of the best in the mineral business will be there, and Denver is one of the “Big 3” as far as locales famous for their gem and mineral show that attracts the world class dealers and collectors, as well as academics, rockhounds, families and casual collectors.
Be sure to “tell ’em American Geode sen’cha!” The good folks at the entrance will get a kick out of hearing that you are also friends with American Geode. American Geode has spent time outside of Denver, on our own proprietary prospecting missions and we attest to the beauty of Colorado, and the fun you can have at this show. Plan your trip in advance and take advantage of the state and national parks, museums and historic landmarks in the area.

“How has mining influenced your life?”

Rocky Mountain Gem and Mineral Spring Show

April 15,16,17, 2016
9AM – 6PM Friday & Saturday
9AM -5PM Sunday
Crown Plaza Hotel Convention Center D 15500 E 40th Ave Denver, CO 80239

Over 50 Gem, Mineral, Fossil, Lapidary, Jewelry, and Meteorite Dealers (Wholesale / Retail)
For more information visit
www.rockygems.com

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Gem & Mineral Show in Castle Rock, Washington, September 2016


A great gem, jewelry, fossil and mineral show coming to gorgeous Castle Rock, Washington in September thanks to our friends at the Southern Washington Mineralogical Society.
This is an excellent group of skilled, knowledgable and fun rockhounds and gem, mineral and fossil enthusiasts.
Be sure to “tell ’em American Geode sen’cha!” The good folks at the entrance will get a kick out of hearing that you are also friends with American Geode. Plan your trip in advance and take advantage of the state and national parks, museums and historic landmarks in the area.

Here are all the details you need to plan your visit to this great gem, mineral, jewelry, fossil and lapidary show. Mark down your calendars now!

September 17 & 18, 2016

51th Annual Show

The Southern Washington Mineralogical Society

Castle Rock Fairgrounds
120 Fair Lane
SW Corner of Highway 411 and Cowlitz River
Castle Rock WA

Sat – 10 – 5
Sun – 10 – 4

Free Admission

Dealers, Black Light, Display Cases, Food, Country Store, Door Prizes, Gem Dig, Demonstrators, Spin Table, Silent Auction, Voice Auction (Sat 3 PM), Kids Scavenger Hunt

Contact: Nicole Doiron 360 785 4417 raknad@q.com

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Lake George Gem and Mineral Show


Lake George Gem and Mineral Show
Lake George Gem and Mineral Show

A great gem, jewelry, fossil and mineral show coming to beautiful Lake George, Colorado by our friends at the Lake George Gem and Mineral Club.
This is an excellent group of skilled, knowledgable and fun rockhounds and gem, mineral and fossil enthusiasts.
Be sure to “tell ’em American Geode sen’cha!” The good folks at the entrance will get a kick out of hearing that you are also friends with American Geode. American Geode has spent time near Lake George, on our own proprietary prospecting missions and we attest to the beauty of the Lake George area, and the fun you can have at this show. Plan your trip in advance and take advantage of the state and national parks, museums and historic landmarks in the area.

Lake George Gem and Mineral Show
Lake George Gem and Mineral Show

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Watch a short video here for gem, mineral and fossil show tips from the experts!