Previous Events
October 2021
23rd Annual Erie County Earth Science Day at Penn Dixie
DATE: Saturday, October 2, 2021
TIME: 10am - 4pm
VENUE: Penn Dixie Fossil Park (4050 North Street Blasdell, NY 14219)
COST: FREE FOR ALL AGES!
EVENT CATEGORY: Show
HOST: Penn Dixie Fossil Park
On Saturday October 2nd, join us from 10 am – 4 pm, rain or shine, to learn about Western New York’s natural history, ecology, and resources through interactive exhibits and demonstrations in a family friendly setting. Experience hands-on learning under the big tent! 2021’s special guests include:
- Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens
- Hamburg Public Library
- Graycliff Conservancy
- Buffalo Geological Society
- Buffalo Museum of Science
- Buffalo Niagara Waterkeeper
- Buffalo Zoo
- eGroup
- Explore & More: The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children’s Museum
- Past & Present Fossil and Rock Shop
- SUNY Buffalo Geology Department
Thanks to the generous support of Erie County and our sponsors, Earth Science Day is FREE to ALL. All ages welcome. This event is accessible to those with mobility impairments and we recommend the use of a reach tool for fossil collecting.
Complimentary fossil collecting trowels will be available to all guests during the event.
Teachers: Please contact us in advance to schedule your group. There is no charge for unguided group tours on Earth Science Day but we request advance notice to help with our parking planning. Guided group tours are available at our usual rates.
This FREE event is made possible by Erie County and Town of Hamburg. Donations are welcome through the day of the event and will support Penn Dixie’s community education efforts.
August 2021
Stone Tool Craftsman Show & the 31st Annual Gathering of the Genesee Valley Flint Knappers Association, Inc.
DATE: Friday, August 27, 2021 - Sunday, August 29, 2021
VENUE: Letchworth State Park (1 Letchworth State Park Castile, NY 14427)
EVENT CATEGORY: Show
Website: Genesee Valley Flint Knappers Association, Inc.
Letchworth State Park Website (1) for More Information
July 2021
Gem & Mineral Society of Syracuse Show 2021 CANCELLED
DATE: Saturday, July 10, 2021 - Sunday, July 11, 2021
VENUE: Center of Progress Building New York State Fair (575 State Fair Blvd. Syracuse, NY)
CONTACT: Duck Lyons, President
EVENT CATEGORY: Show
Website: http://gmss.us/
52nd Annual Gem & Mineral Show & Sale
DATE: Saturday, July 24 - Sunday, July 25, 2021
TIME: Saturday 10 - 6pm, Sunday 10 - 5pm
VENUE: Zem Zem Shriners Banquet & Conference Center (2525 W 38th St., Erie, PA)
COST: Adults $4, Seniors $3.50, Children under 12 FREE, Scouts in uniform FREE
HOST: Gem City ROCK and Mineral Society
EVENT CATEGORY: Show
Dealers, door prizes, crystals, fossils, geodes, jewelry, beads, activities for children!
(Admission to the event will be based on Federal, State, Local and Conference Center recommendations and mandate for masks, social distancing and occupancy at the time of the show & sale)
French Creek Archaeological Society Artifact and Relic Show 2021
DATE: Saturday, July 31, 2021
TIME: 9 - 4pm
VENUE: St. Philip Catholic Church Social Hall (St. Philip Church 401 S. Mercer Street Linesville, PA 16424)
COST: $4.00 per person. PLEASE BRING EXACT CHANGE. Children 12 & under are FREE.
EVENT CATEGORY: SHOW
CONTACT: John Sites (814-398-8212)
MASKS MAY BE REQUIRED.
The number of people could be restricted and social distancing may be required.
Displays & Items for Sale: Indian Artifacts, Fossils, Minerals, Jewelry, Display Case & Flint Knapping Supplies. You never know what you may find or see!
Demonstrations: Flint Knapping & Spear Throwing
Bring your artifacts & fossils in for identification!
March 2021
Buffalo Geological Society's 52nd Annual Gem-Mineral-Fossil Show: "Fossils of New York" CANCELLED
DATE: Saturday March 20, 2021 @ 10am - 6pm, and Sunday March 21 @ 10am - 5pm
VENUE: The Fairgrounds in the Grange, Market and New York State Police Buildings (5600 McKinley Pkwy Hamburg, NY 14075)
COST: $6.00
ORGANIZER: Buffalo Geological Society
EVENT CATEGORY: Show
A great educational experience
• Educational Displays
• Lapidary Arts
• Fossils
• Minerals
• Private Gem Collections
• Unique Gifts
Free Parking
Free Admission for Children 12 and Under
Free Admission for Scouts (and Leaders) in Uniform
October 2020
Rochester Gem and Mineral Show CANCELLED
DATE: October 24, 2020 @ 10:00am - October 25, 2020 @ 5:00pm
VENUE: Total Sports Experience (435 West Commercial St, East Rochester, NY 14445)
COST: $6.00
EVENT CATEGORY: Show
Saturday October 24, 2020 from 10am to 6pm
Sunday October 25, 2020 from 10am to 5pm
2020 Rochester Gem, Mineral, Jewelry and Fossil Show & Sale
At our NEW Location: Total Sports Experience
Kids Activities, Educational Displays, Demonstrations, Raffle, Beads, Crystals, Fossils, Minerals, Jewelry, Carvings, Spheres, Straw Draw, Hourly Door Prizes, & Much More!
Admission $6 for Adults, Kids 12 & Under free with an Adult.
Students receive a half price daily admission with valid student ID.
There is also a 2-day pass available for $9.00.
Tickets sold at the door only.
August 2020
Artifact & Relic Show CANCELLED
DATE: Saturday, August 1 2020 @ 9:00am - 4:00pm
VENUE: St. Philip Catholic Church Social Hall (401 S. Mercer Street Linesville, PA 16424)
COST: $4.00 (Children 12 and under free)
PHONE: John Sites 814-398-8212
EVENT CATEGORY: Show
MASKS REQUIRED FOR ENTRY. NO MASK, NO ENTRY
Artifact & Relic Show 2020 Presented by the French Creek Archaeological Society
DISPLAYS & ITEMS FOR SALE: Indian artifacts, fossils, minerals, jewelry, display cases & flint knapping supplies. You never know what you may find or see!
Masks are required at all times. For safety reasons, a limited number of people will be allowed in the hall at any given time. Please maintain social distancing.
DEMONSTRATIONS: Flint knapping & spear throwing
Bring your artifacts and fossils in for identification!
For more information, call John Sites at 814-398-8212
Letchworth Artifacts Show CANCELLED
DATE: August 2020
VENUE: 1 Letchworth State Park, Castile, NY 14427
COST: Free
EVENT CATEGORY: Show
Stone Tool Craftsman Show 2020/30th Annual Gathering of the Genesee Valley Flintknappers
Letchworth State Park - Highbanks Recreation Area
FLINTKNAPPING EVENTS:
-Flintknapping demonstrations under the knappers tent and throughout the event site
-Sales and personal displays of knapping by various artists
-Award ceremony
LIVING HISTORY ENCAMPMENTS:
-Walk through the camps and visit with the re-enactors
-Purchase period items from trade blankets
-See black powder firearm demonstrations
ATLATL COMPETITIONS:
-Eastern Seaboard Atlatl Competition,
-New York Atlatl Association (NYAA) Contests,
-Toss Across the Gorge Qualifiers, Silhouette Shoot
-Mammoth Hunt and Atlatl Battle
May 2020
Buffalo Geological Society Annual Show CANCELLED
Due to the statewide-ban on large-scale gatherings to suppress the spread of the COVID-19 coronavirus, our 2020 show has been CANCELLED
DATE: May 16 @ 10:00am - May 17 @ 5:00pm
VENUE: The Fairgrounds (5600 McKinley Pkwy Hamburg, NY 14075)
COST: $6.00
ORGANIZER: Buffalo Geological Society
EVENT CATEGORY: Show
A great educational experience
• Educational Displays
• Lapidary Arts
• Fossils
• Minerals
• Private Gem Collections
• Unique Gifts
Free Parking
Free Admission for Children 12 and Under
Free Admission for Scouts (and Leaders) in Uniform
April 2020
Due to the spread of the COVID-19 coronavirus, the Pre-MAPS and MAPS Shows are CANCELLED
Pre-MAPS (Mid America Paleontology Society) Show CANCELLED
Jump Start Hotel Show
DATE: April 15 @ 8:00am - April 19 @ 8:00pm
VENUE: Clarion Hotel (2525 N Dodge St. 1-80, Exit 246 Iowa City, IA)
EVENT CATEGORY: Show
-- Free Admission and Parking!
3 Day Jump-Start Show officially opens Wednesday April 15th at 8 AM
The main focus is on fossils, gems and minerals, meteorites, novelty items and jewelry.
MAPS (Mid-America Paleontological Society) Show CANCELLED
Due to the spread of the COVID-19 coronavirus, this 2020 show has been CANCELLED
DATE: April 17 @ 8:00am - April 19 @ 5:00pm
VENUE: Sharpless Auctions Facility (5049 Herbert Hoover Hwy, NE, I-80 Exit 249 Iowa City, Iowa)
EVENT CATEGORY: Show
This is the worlds largest fossils only event!
BUY, SELL, SWAP & DISPLAY
OF FOSSILS EXCLUSIVELY
INCLUDING: Trilobites, Crinoids, Corals,
Shark Teeth, Cephalopods, Plant Fossils,
Vertebrates, Dinosaur Eggs, Fossil Shells,
Books, and Other Fossil-Related
Merchandise
Children’s Activities, Silent Auctions,
Programs/Workshops
Watch for a list of speakers coming soon!
February 2020
Albany Gem Mineral and Fossil Show and Sale - Annual James Campbell Memorial
DATE: February 22 @ 10:00am - February 23 @ 5:00pm
VENUE: New York State Museum (222 Madison Ave Albany, NY 12230)
COST: $5.00
WEBSITE: http://www.nysm.nysed.gov/programs/minerals/
EVENT CATEGORY: Show
The Annual James Campbell Memorial Gem, Mineral and Fossil Show and Sale will take place on Saturday and Sunday, February 22, 2020 (10 am – 5 pm), and Sunday, February 23th, 10-5.
Vendors display and sell gems, jewelry, minerals, fossils, and much more.
Admission:
$5 each day. Children 12 and under are free.
**Cash Only**
Co-sponsored by the Capital District Mineral Club and the New York Academy of Mineralogy. All proceeds benefit the Museum’s mineral acquisition fund.
January 2020
Lumagination
DATE: January 25 @ 6:00pm - February 29 @ 10:00pm
VENUE: Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens (2655 South Park Ave Buffalo, NY 14218)
COST: $15.50
WEBSITE: https://www.buffalogardens.com/products/lumagination
Past & Present was generously selected to loan fossils and minerals to display in two rooms of the Buffalo Botanical Gardens for Lumagination!
Mysterious Minerals – The interior of the Botanical Gardens will be illuminated to excite imaginations, stimulate the senses and entertain all ages! This year, visitors will experience the extraordinary facets of Earth and minerals. From simulated salt caves and stalactites to wooden sculptures, balancing stones, geodes and crystals, Lumagination will take visitors on a journey like no other!
January 24 – Launch Party – Tickets sold separately
January 25-26, January 29-February 1
February 5-9, 12-22, 26-29
6-9pm / 6-10pm Friday and Saturday
Doors open at 5:30pm.
Please note that Lumagination is best experienced after the sun sets.
Tickets:
General Admission / Garden Member Pricing
Adults $15.50 / $13.50
Seniors (62+) $14 / $12
Students (with ID) $14 / $12
Kids (3-12) $7 / $7
Kids 2 and under are free
Please email tickets@buffalogardens.com or call 716.827.1584 ext. 211 with questions.
November 2019
DinoFEST
DATE: November 9, 2019
TIME: 10:00am - 4:00pm
VENUE: Buffalo Museum of Science (1020 Humboldt Pkwy Buffalo, NY 14211)
PHONE: (716) 896-5200
The Buffalo Museum of Science is again hosting this years DinoFEST. This event is featured for everyone and includes many guest exhibitors. Be sure to visit our table at this years event on Saturday, November 9th (10am to 4pm).
October 2019
Earth Science Day
DATE: October 5, 2019
TIME: 9:00am - 4:00pm
VENUE: Penn Dixie Site
Earth Science Day. Join us for science and nature fun from 9 am to 4 pm, rain or shine at the Penn Dixie Site. Lloyds Taco Truck will be there for food during this all day event.
Rochester Gem and Mineral Show
DATE: October 26, 2019 @ 10:00am - October 27, 2019 @ 5:00pm
VENUE: Total Sports Experience (435 West Commercial St, East Rochester, NY 14445)
COST: $6.00
EVENT CATEGORY: Show
Saturday October 26, 2019 from 10am to 6pm
Sunday October 27, 2019 from 10am to 5pm
2019 Rochester Gem, Mineral, Jewelry and Fossil Show & Sale
At our NEW Location: Total Sports Experience
Kids Activities, Educational Displays, Demonstrations, Raffle, Beads, Crystals, Fossils, Minerals, Jewelry, Carvings, Spheres, Straw Draw, Hourly Door Prizes, & Much More!
Admission $6 for Adults, Kids 12 & Under free with an Adult.
Students receive a half price daily admission with valid student ID.
There is also a 2-day pass available for $9.00.
Tickets sold at the door only.
August 2019
Letchworth Artifacts Show
DATE: August 23, 2019 - August 25, 2019
VENUE: 1 Letchworth State Park, Castile, NY 14427
COST: Free
EVENT CATEGORY: Show
Stone Tool Craftsman Show 2019/29th Annual Gathering of the Genesee Valley Flintknappers
Letchworth State Park - Highbanks Recreation Area
Friday, August 23rd - August 25th
10:00am - 5:00pm (Friday & Saturday) 10:00am - 2:00pm (Sunday)
FLINTKNAPPING EVENTS:
-Flintknapping demonstrations under the knappers tent and throughout the event site
-Sales and personal displays of knapping by various artists
-Award ceremony – Sunday at 11:00 AM
LIVING HISTORY ENCAMPMENTS:
-Walk through the camps and visit with the re-enactors
-Purchase period items from trade blankets
-See black powder firearm demonstrations
ATLATL COMPETITIONS: August 23rd, 24th, & 25th
-Eastern Seaboard Atlatl Competition,
-New York Atlatl Association (NYAA) Contests,
-Toss Across the Gorge Qualifiers, Silhouette Shoot
-Mammoth Hunt and Atlatl Battle
November 2018
DinoFEST at the Buffalo Museum of Science
DATE: November 9, 2018 @5:30pm - November 10, 2018 @ 4:00pm
VENUE: Buffalo Museum of Science (1020 Humboldt Pkwy, Buffalo, NY 14211)
PHONE: (716) 896-5200
EVENT CATEGORY: Show
A family day event at the Buffalo Museum of Science featuring special exhibits on dinosaurs and much more!
September 2018
Fall Harvest Festival
DATE: September 29, 2018
TIME: 1:00pm - 4:00pm
VENUE: Bassett Park on the corner of Youngs and Klein Road in Williamsville, NY
Come see us at this outdoor event on Saturday September 29th. We are looking forward to the Fall Harvest Festival, with many dealers and great exhibits to view. We will be set up for this outdoor show in Bassett Park on the Corner of Youngs and Klein Road.
August 2018
Dinosaurs, Fossils & Nature Science Summer Day Camp
DATE: August 15, 2018
TIME: 9:00am - 3:00pm
COST: $200
EVENT CATEGORY: Camp
Pre-registration is required for this special event. We will be studying fossils from all over the world, including how they form, where they come from, and other important and fun information. This program is a special day, and is only one of a week of special activities performed with Penn Dixie.
July 2018
Dinosaurs, Fossils & Nature Science Summer Day Camp
DATE: July 18, 2018
TIME: 9:00am - 3:00pm
COST: $200
EVENT CATEGORY: Camp
Pre-registration is required for this special event. We will be studying fossils from all over the world, including how they form, where they come from, and other important and fun information. This program is a special day, and is only one of a week of special activities performed with Penn Dixie.
June 2018
Great Lakes Experience
DATE: June 9, 2018
TIME: 11:00am - 5:00pm
COST: Free
Venue: Memorial Park (Lake Shore Dr West, Dunkirk, NY)
November 2017
Dino Daze
DATE: November 11, 2017 - November 12, 2017
TIME: 10:00am - 4:00pm
VENUE: Buffalo Museum of Science (1020 Humboldt Pkwy, Buffalo, NY 14211)
PHONE: (716) 896-5200
Come and join us for Dino Daze at the Buffalo Museum of Science, 1020 Humboldt Parkway, Buffalo, New York. It will be held from 10 am-4 pm on Saturday November 11th, and Sunday November 12th. This show features costumed dinosaurs, Paleontologist activities, a dino dig pit, and much more. See us and other wonderful special exhibits at this great event.
June 2017
Book Sale!
DATE: June 22, 2017 - June 24, 2017
TIME: 10:00 am - 5:00pm
VENUE: Past & Present
On Thursday, June 22, Friday, June 23, and Saturday, June 24, Past & Present Science and Nature Store is having a book sale on many of its books, new and used. Many are classic books from the 1800’s, and many are out of print additions. Many books are out for the first time, and are on a first come, first served basis. They include all of our New York State publications. Most books are non-fiction reference books, and books for pre school through adult readers.
October 2015
18th Annual WNY Earth Science Day
DATE: October 10, 2015
TIME: 9:00am - 4:00pm
WEBSITE: http://www.penndixie.org/
ORGANIZER: Penn Dixie
EVENT CATEGORY: Show
National Earth Science Day WNY celebration at Penn Dixie co-sponsored with the Buffalo Association of
Professional Geologists.
Talk to earth scientists as they exhibit and demonstrate various aspects of their professions; see a drill rig demonstrating rock coring and drilling operations; view sunspots; collect fossils; and participate in a wide variety of other activities.
Girl and boy scouts can earn badge requirements.
June 2015
Children's Day
DATE: June 7, 2015
TIME: 1:00pm - 4:00pm
VENUE: Penn Dixie Site (4050 North St, Blasdell, NY 14219)
COST: $7.00
WEBSITE: http://www.penndixie.org/
PHONE: (716) 627-4560
EVENT CATEGORY: Camp
Celebrate Childrenʼs Day at Penn Dixie!
Special fun events for children and their families, prizes for childrenʼs contests, viewing sunspots and other astronomy activities, fossil identification, and more!
Adults $7 each
Children 12 and under $6
Children 2 and under & Penn Dixie members FREE.
October 2014
Rochester Gem & Mineral Show
DATE: October 25, 2014 @ 8:00am - October 26, 2014 @ 5:00pm
VENUE: Rochester Main Street Armory (900 E Main St, Rochester, NY 14605)
WEBSITE: http://www.rochesterlapidary.org/
ORGANIZER: Rochester Lapidary Society
EVENT CATEGORY: Show
42nd Annual Rochester Gem, Mineral, Jewelry & Fossil Show and Sale!
It will be at the same location as last year: The Rochester Main Street Armory
August 2014
Dinosaurs, Fossils & Nature Science Summer Day Camp
DATE: August 13, 2014
TIME: 9:00am - 3:00pm
EVENT CATEGORY: Camp