EXHIBITS

The Colorado Springs Mineralogical Society encourages members and vendors to exhibit specimens from their private collections. We expect 24 exhibits at the 60th Annual Pikes Peak Gem, Mineral, and Jewelry Show! Have you ever seen minerals glow in the dark? Our exhibit of fluorescent minerals is just that! Learn about minerals that fluoresce and phosphoresce! Enjoy exhibits of Colorado specimens, petrified wood, fossils, and marble and obsidian carvings by our local world-renowned artist, Francisco Sotomayor! To learn more about Francisco and his unique art, visit his website at www.franciscosfineart.com

 Celebrating women of all ages who love paleontology

The Barbie-themed display case from the Western Interior Paleontological Society (WIPS) is a light-hearted shout out to women and girls who pursue their career passions, in this case (pun intended), paleontology. Fossils in the case are from members’ collections.

The poster backdrop features a photo of the dramatic ammonite pavement in Lyme Regis, UK, with an inset of a statue of the 19th century female paleontologist, Mary Anning. The bronze monument of Mary was erected in Lyme Regis in 2022 to recognize her pioneering work, which was underappreciated and under recognized by the scientific establishment during her lifetime. Other photos show women in WIPS involved in fieldwork, education and lab work.

Case concept: Nancy Kimber. Poster design: R. Gary Raham