Welcome To The
Tulip City Gem & Mineral Club
Our non-profit club aims to foster an interest in and enhance knowledge of minerals, rocks, gems, fossils, and the lapidary arts. To learn more, please visit our Club Info page. TCG&MC organizes an annual show, publishes a monthly newsletter named the Conglomerate, and connects rock enthusiasts through various platforms, including social media, our website, and in-person events.
All are welcome to attend our meetings! You do not need to be a member to attend our board or general meetings. General meetings are typically held at 7 PM the last Wednesday of every month. Board meeting are held two weeks prior to the general meeting. Due to holidays meeting dates may change. Unless posted otherwise all meetings are held at the Howard Miller Library, 14 S Church St, Zeeland, MI 49464. Visit our Club Calendar page for specific meeting dates and times. There will be no general meeting in September.
NO BOARD MEETING IN SEPTEMBER
NO GENERAL MEETING IN SEPTEMBER
SEPTEMBER 18th, 19th & 20th is our annual show.
See the show page for details
October 14th, 2026 Board Meeting
October 21st, 2026 Show Committee (wrap-up) Meeting
October 28th, 2026 General Meeting
November 4th, 2026 Board Meeting
November 18th, 2026 General Meeting (election meeting)
December 9th, 2026 Board Meeting
December 23th, 2026 General Meeting
ITS ALMOST SHOWTIME!
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Club Workshops at the
Howard Miller Library 5pm to 7pm Our next 2b4 will be November 18th. Rick and Deb Smith will be offering a Petoskey stone polishing Class. Everything will be included for just $5.00. Class size is limited and to club members only. Contact Steve if you want to add your name to the class list. [email protected] |
President's Message
Welcome back from the craziness we call Rockhounds season aka Summer! We are about 2 weeks out from the show! Time flies when you are having fun. It’s been a great summer for so many, I love seeing the field trip pics on Facebook. Click here for entire message |
. SHOWTIME 2026!
September 18, 19 and 20 The show committee is chomping at the bit to bring another great show to the Holland Charter Township Community Center. Committee meetings will resume in the spring. Go to page |
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Junior Club
Our juniors meet during the business portion of our general meeting. |
ROCKSWAP/TAILGATE
The club has teamed up with the Hemlock Crossing Nature Center. We will have several vendors providing some great rocks and educational materials. Come join us on October 24th from 10am-4pm. We are still looking for vendors. Contact Justin at [email protected] |
FIELD TRIPS
Check back often for field trip locations and dates. Go to page |
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Contact Us
We would be delighted to have you attend one of our meetings. However, if you have any further questions and wish to speak with a member of the board, our webmaster, or the editors of Conglomerate, please click here. If you are looking to be a vendor at our next show, fill out the Vendor Contact Form. |
Our Club History Want to know what that pretty stone is? You might be interested in this "Mineralien” poster that is available from Amazon.
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Last Months Newsletter
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