The 57th annual Gilsum Rock Swap & Mineral Show features more than 68 rock and gem dealers, swappers ,and collectors from around the world offering beryl, quartz crystals, fossils, meteorites, semi-precious stones, gemstone and wire-wrap jewelry, and rocks and minerals of all sorts. Displays range from newly found specimens in the rough to fossils, prized collector’s pieces and hand-crafted jewelry. This family event includes panning for minerals, a chicken barbecue, a special presentation on collecting in New Hampshire with Tom Mortimer, and a family style ham and bean dinner with homemade pies. The event takes place at the Gilsum STEAM Academy and Community Center grounds, 640 Route 10 in Gilsum, NH. We are 8 miles north of Keene, and about 2 hours from Boston. Admission is free; donations graciously accepted. Show hours are 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM Saturday and 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM Sunday, rain or shine.

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