Mark C.
8/28/2017
This museum is operated by the local gem & mineral society. A club. This can be a good or bad thing. In this case, it's a very good thing. Club members serve as docents, cashiers, maintenance,...
Gem & Mineral Society of Franklin
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25 Phillips St
Franklin, NC 28734
The Franklin Gem and Mineral Society (FGMS) is dedicated to promoting the appreciation of gems, minerals, and the natural world through educational programs and community engagement. Located in Franklin, North Carolina, the organization hosts various events such as family presentations, board meetings, and membership gatherings to foster interest in geology and local resources.
Additionally, the FGMS operates a museum that showcases a rich collection of gems and minerals, celebrating the region's status as the "Gem Capital of the World." The society invites public participation and offers opportunities for exploration, volunteering, and learning about the history of local treasures like the Cowee Valley rubies.
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4.55 reviewsLinda W.
8/18/2022
This place is a jewel! Tucked away on a side street, we easily could have missed it but so glad we didn't! So many different gemstones and artifacts from around the world and well arranged...
Morgan O.
8/18/2022
Really awesome museum!! Not as huge as other museums, but really cool stuff and run by a family. The museum has fossils, Native American stuff, a room with just local gems (including a giant...
Chris W.
5/21/2013
I enjoyed my visit to the Franklin Gem & Mineral Museum. It's housed in a very old building that actually used to be a jail. I can't think of a better place for a museum that holds so many...
Teresa W.
6/28/2019
What a great find! This museum is located in downtown Franklin NC in what was previously a historic jail. The museum is run entirely by volunteers who are very knowledgeable about the exhibits....
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