Philadelphia Mineralogical Society

Organized: 1892
Joined EFMLS: 1989

Board Members:

President:
Don McLarenen
Vice President:
Leonard Porcelli
Secretary:
Pamela Pollister
Treasurer:
John Rateike
EFMLS Liaison:
Ed Goebel
Editor:
Scott Peters
Webmaster:
Joel Sloane
Newsletter:
Philadelphia Mineralogical Society News

Public Contact Information:

No public contact information has been provided at this time
Region 3
Meetings: 2nd Thursday of each month, except July & August
19:00:00
St Matthew’s United Methodist Church, 600 Walker Road, Wayne PA 19087 Meetings consist of a business portion followed by a lecture or video presentation. The meetings are generally open to the public in person or via Zoom.
Shows:
March 28-29, 2026
LuLu Temple, 5140 Butler Pike, Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462

Additional Info:

The purpose of the Philadelphia Mineralogical Society is to foster the study and appreciation of minerals by providing for the closer association of students, serious amateurs, professionals and others interested in mineralogy and related earth sciences.

The Mineralogical Society invites you to …

  • Learn about the fascinating world of geology, rocks, minerals, gems and fossils.
  • Meet new people.
  • Start and expand your own collection.
  • See world-class specimens and collections on field trips.
  • Find out where you can collect on your own.
  • Attend interesting lectures and workshops.
  • Have your minerals identified by experts in local mineralogy.
  • Share mineral collecting experiences with fellow collectors.

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