The Lubbock Gem and Mineral Society is a non-profit organization recognized under section 501(C)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code as an Educational Entity.

The purpose of the Lubbock Gem and Mineral Societys is: to bring about a closer association of those persons interested in the Earth Sciences and Lapidary Arts; to increase and disseminate knowledge about rocks, minerals, fossils and other geological materials; to encourage the study of rocks, minerals, fossils, artifacts, collecting and lapidary work and to conduct meetings, lectures, displays and field trips.

The Society Sponsors: 

• Field Trips
• Annual Ice Cream Social
• Annual rock swap and cookout
  
• Annual Christmas Party
• Annual Lubbock Gem and Mineral Show
• Monthly meeting and social
  

The Society also publishes a monthly newsletter, 'The Rockytier' for its members.

The "M. E. W." is the Society's Mobile Educational Workshop. It houses an assortment of lapidary equipment that are freely available to members.

Membership is open to all interested parties.

The annual dues are:

• Adults - $22.50
• Students (6-16) - $5.00
• Children (6 and under) - Free