Family & Kids
Kid-Friendly Things to Do at the Gem Show
Crack open real geodes, earn your Junior Geologist certificate, and explore fossils under a microscope — a full day of hands-on discovery awaits young explorers.
Is the gem show good for kids?
Yes — the Expo is built for families, with hands-on activities and free admission for all ages.
Who is Gus the Geode?
Gus the Geode is the Expo's friendly mascot — a cheerful character who appears online to welcome young explorers and spark curiosity about the wonders beneath the Earth's surface.
Can kids crack open their own geode?
Yes — children can chisel open a real geode and take home the crystals hidden inside.
What is the Junior Geologist certificate?
Kids complete a treasure hunt to earn an official Junior Geologist certificate plus a free gem to take home.
Are there hands-on activities for children?
Yes — a fossil identification station and microscope discovery bar let kids examine real specimens up close.