Annual Grassy Creek Mineral and Gem Show
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At the Annual Grassy Creek Mineral and Gem Show there will be over 60 worldwide vendors with all kinds of lapidary related items for sale. There are gemstones, minerals, jewelry, fossils, quartz, lapidary equipment and more for you to see and purchase. The event is put on by the Parkway Fire and Rescue as a way to make money to purchase new equipment for the fire stations.
There is food available for purchase on site. There are many restaurants very close.
There are now regular restrooms and showers available.
The event is free to the public. Free parking and free admission.
Everyone is welcome. Well-mannered dogs are allowed but must be on a leash held by the owner.
Hours: 10 to 6 daily with many vendors open earlier and later because they are camping in their booths.
Annual Grassy Creek Mineral and Gem Show
Phone : 828-766-5492 (Always call and confirm events.)
Email Address : info@grassycreekgemshow.org
Web: www.grassycreekgemshow.org
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