Paradise Gem & Mineral Club
Established in 1950, the Paradise Gem and Mineral Club is a volunteer-run organization in Paradise, California. The objectives of the Club are:
The promotion of the study of Earth Sciences through the collection, classification, and preservation of mineral and other geologic specimens; to encourage the exploration and observation of geological formations, sites, and varieties; to share the beauty of gems, minerals, rocks, and fossils through artistic means and the lapidary arts; to share knowledge of gems, minerals, rocks, and fossils through display and education. Members of the Club enjoy an extensive lapidary shop, classes, and monthly field trips.
NOW OPEN IN CHICO
We've
moved!
629 Entler Ave #64
Chico, CA 95928
We're now set up and running at our new location. The shop has been revamped, with more machines, new members, and new things to share and show everyone.
We'd first like to apologize to our members who haven't been getting communication about what's happening — we're working hard to improve our entire communication system to make it work better for everyone going forward.
Everyone is welcome to come visit us at the shop, and we look forward to continuing our mission of sharing our love for the earth sciences and the arts that grow from the unique and amazing planet we live on.
Our shop is open and free — Tuesdays 4–8 pm, Thursdays 9 am–noon, and the 1st & 3rd Saturday of each month. Classes are being scheduled now, so come get involved and help keep our 75-year-old club thriving.
2026 Paradise Gem & Mineral Club Show
Every year PGMC holds a Gem & Mineral show in Butte County, with 50+ vendors selling, jewelry, raw materials, show quality pieces, and more! A full area for kids featuring a scavenger hunt, crack-a-geode, treasure chests, AND MORE!
Visit our museum
Visit Our Mineral Museum!
Explore 1,500+ gems, minerals, rocks & fossils — all scientifically organized by the New Dana Classification System.
Help us build a future Earth Science Education Center for our community.
Support local Earth science education!