Connecticut Museum of Mining & Mineral Science

06/04/2026

Come join Connecticut Antique Machinery Association for it's 25th Annual Mineral and Gem Show!

It's an awesome 1 day show with:
• Rocks, minerals, fossils, and Jewelry
• Educational Exhibits
• Mineral museum
• Tractor pull
• Food and Refreshments
• And several great vendors!

When:
Sat. June 6th, 2026, 9am-4pm
Where:
Connecticut Antique Machinery Association
31B Kent Cornwall Rd, Kent, CT 06757

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** Rain date is the following day, Sunday June 7 **

03/04/2026

🧠💎 Chimpanzees are really into crystals — and it might tell us something about us, too.
New research found chimpanzees repeatedly picked out crystals (like quartz and calcite) over ordinary stones—turning them in their hands and even peering through them—suggesting that the “wow” factor of minerals may have deep evolutionary roots.

https://www.nytimes.com/2026/03/04/science/chimpanzees-crystals.html

In an attempt to understand our own fascination with the shiny minerals, researchers gave some to chimps.

02/22/2026

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Minerals in the Winter OlympicsThe Winter Olympics bring together athletes from all over the world and minerals sourced from all over the world. These minerals are used in Olympic venues, athletic equipment, medals, and even to make snow and ice. A “star” indicates the mineral is on the 2025 Lis...

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