Thursday, Sep 17, 2026

Rock & Gem Show Dates
 
 

October 2026

3-4—SPRINGFIELD, ILLINOIS: Annual show; Lincoln Orbit Earth Science Society; Illinois State Fair Grounds, James Orr Building; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; Adults $3, Seniors $2, Kids $2, Children under 12 free; This year's topic is U.S. minerals, fossils, and agates. Extensive kids' area and activities; contact Ed Wagner, Show Chairman, (309) 838-7782; Email: loesseditor@gmail.com; Website: http://www.loess.org/

3-4—EAST MOLINE, ILLINOIS: Annual show; Worthen Earth Searchers; Rock Island County Fairgrounds, 4200 Archer Drive; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4; $1, kids 12 and under are free; Worthen Earth Searchers annual show has around 40 vendors. Activities include sluice, geode cracking, pearl picking, and a great silent auction; contact Cindy M Cottrell, (563) 210-4744; Email: cc31068@yahoo.com; Website: worthenearthsearchers.org

November 2026

14-15—FREEPORT, ILLINOIS: Annual show; Northwest Illinois Rock Club; Freeport Eagles Club #679, 1200 W Galena Avenue; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; Free admission & parking. Goodwill donation appreciated; Food & drink available for sale on-site. Many professional vendors. Kid's Area. Club Table. Geode cracking big & small; contact Deb Wehinger, (608) 558-1138; Email: NWILRockClub@gmail.com; Website: http://nwilrockclubfrpt.blogspot.com/



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