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CCGMS is just one part of a consortium of similar Clubs.  In the Southeast we, along with 82 other clubs are part of  the Southeast Federation of Mineralogical Societies, Inc.  That group, in turn, rolls up to the American Federation of Mineralogical Societies.

We are also proud of our association with other museums and special interest organizations within Georgia.

Below is a summary of the missions and work of those groups.

American Federation of Mineralogical Societies (AFMS)

Founded in 1947, promotes the popular interest and education in various Earth Sciences. The American Federation of Mineralogical Societies is made up from seven (7) different gem, mineral, and lapidary societies from across the United States. One of them is the Southeast Federation of Mineralogical Societies, Inc.

Southeast Federation of Mineralogical Societies, Inc. (SFMS)

Founded in 1976, seeks to promote the study of Earth Sciences and the practice of Lapidary Arts and Crafts throughout the Southeastern part of the United States and is comprised from more than 80 local clubs and societies. Included states are Mississippi, Alabama, Tennessee, Kentucky, Virginia, North and South Carolina, Georgia and Florida. The Cobb County Gem & Minerals Society is one member club.

The Meteorite Association of Georgia

This a group of mostly amateur enthusiasts and collectors, but with an excellent knowledge of Meteorites and related solar system topics. In addition several possess significant personal collections. The Association meets approx. 3 times per year to discuss topics of interest, hold lectures by renowned scientists in the field and hold auctions of meteorites and related stuff. In addition, the group strongly supports the Tellus Science Museum in expanding its Meteorite collection, participating in it's annual Astronomy Day and Rock Fest. It also supports the Fernbank Science Museum and other related entities. Members are well connected to many professional Meteorite Collectors and are able to assist amateurs to begin or enhance their collections.

Tellus Science Museum

Founded as the Weinman Mineral Museum, the hugely expanded, in both size and scope, museum opened in 2009. Located on a 50-acre park-like setting in Cartersville, GA, the museum provides unique science experiences to 200,000 visitors a year. Nowhere else in the Southeast can one find exhibits and programs on rocks and minerals, dinosaurs, transportation technology, hands-on science, astronomy, and alternative energies all offered by one institution. It is a world-class 120,000 square foot Smithsonian Affiliate museum located just off I-75 at exit 293. The museum’s exhibits open minds and ignite a passion for science. See much more below!!

Because Tellus is so consequential in bringing science to so many in Georgia, we are providing some greater detail on what you will find there.

GALLERIES AND SPACES AT TELLUS

Weinman Mineral Gallery: showcasing the best mineral collection in the Southeast featuring Georgia gems and minerals.  The Vault, a special exhibits gallery is located within the Weinman Mineral Gallery.

Fossil Gallery: walk through a timeline spanning hundreds of millions of years with Southeastern dinosaurs, giant marine reptiles, and large Ice Age mammals.

Science in Motion: planes, trains, automobiles, and space including artifacts from the Apollo space program and a real Moon Rock from NASA – the largest on exhibit in the State of Georgia.  The Crossroads Gallery is a special exhibits gallery and is located within the Science in Motion section.

Collins Family My Big Backyard: an interactive gallery that features exhibits on light, magnetism, sound, weather, and a giant walk-in tree. The Discovery Garden is a special exhibits space located within My Big Backyard.

Vulcan Materials Gem Panning and the Fossil Dig: hands-on spaces where guests can pan for gems to take home and dig for fossils to find one to keep.

Planetarium: this immersive sky theater, the most visited planetarium of its size in the country, takes visitors on a virtual journey through the solar system, our galaxy, and beyond.  It is digitally linked to an on-site observatory with a state-of-the-art 20-inch telescope and supports many planned observational events each year.

Outdoor Exhibits: visitors can wander around a solar house, wind turbine, mining machinery, and a boulder garden throughout the 50-acre campus.

Tellus Mission: Because science matters, we engage, educate, and inspire visitors to make scientific connections through dynamic exhibits and enriching experiences.

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