JUNE 2024
06.14.24 - 9am - 6pm
06.15.24 - 9am - 6pm
Howdy y'all! Are you ready to experience the ultimate fossil and mineral show of the year? The Kemmerer Expo is just around the corner, and we couldn't be more excited! This event is the perfect opportunity to indulge in your love for minerals and fossils, and what better place to do it than in the heart of the Wild West?
The Kemmerer Expo is the place to be for all rock hounds, mineral enthusiasts, and anyone who's interested in the prehistoric world. The show features a wide variety of vendors selling everything from rare fossils to unique minerals. You'll have the chance to browse through an impressive collection of rocks and crystals, and even take some home with you to add to your own collection.
But that's not all! The Expo also offers interactive exhibits that allow you to get up close and personal with the prehistoric creatures that once roamed the earth. You'll be able to see and touch real dinosaur bones, and learn about the fascinating science of paleontology. And, if you're lucky, you might even get to meet some special guests in the field of paleontology!
So, grab your hammer and chisels, and head on down to Kemmerer for a weekend of fossil and mineral fun. The Kemmerer Expo is an event you won't want to miss!
$2 Entry
FREE ADMISSION for children 12 and under
Entry fees and auction sales to benefit the Fossil Basin Institute's Train Depot Restoration Project, listed on the National Register of Historic Places in Fossil, Wyoming
Door Prizes every 30 minutes
Spin To Win - Everyone's a Winner!
Silent Auction
Live Sales
Live Demos
FUN FOR ALL AGES
SPONSORED BY THE AAPS, The Association of Applied Paleontological Sciences. Learn more about A.A.P.S. and their positive initiatives in Paleontology, scholarships, and grants.
www.aaps.net
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GEORGE HANSEN
Hand cut, polished, and faceted opals set in pendants, necklaces, bracelets, rings, you'll never see a more beautiful selection.
SK STAR CLAIM
Meet the owners and discoverers of the Inclusion-Rich Black Topaz from the Thomas Mountains, Utah. Exquisite mineral specimens from this claim are limited and a must-have addition for any serious mineral collection.
As seen in GIA.edu magazine Gems & Gemology, Summer 2019
WYOMING FOSSILS
Wyoming's Largest Fossil Gallery located in the heart of Kemmerer and featuring unique specimens at the Expo, but don't forget to stop by their Gallery to see more!
VENDORS
LINDGREN FOSSILS
Our Green River Formation Fossils can be seen throughout the world, from museums to fine galleries. We specialize in fossil fish for sale. Our products are used in many modern, commercial, and home interior designs.
GEO-TOOLS: Geological Tools & Outfitter
If you want to find and excavate fossils, these are the people you need to meet. They have become world famous for their collection and have written a number of books, magazine articles and technical papers. They have discovered countless numbers of new species and have been honored to have more than a dozen named after them.
FOSSIL SHACK
Fossil Shack is a family owned and operated business located in Salem Utah. Fossil Shack was founded by the Sorensen Family and has been providing quality fossils to individuals, museums, and educational institutions for decades.
JBB Rocks and Metal Art
Specialized in handmade welded home decor, crystal spheres, tumbled stones, air plants, and more!
Phenomenal Gems
From Nederland, Colorado - Phenomenal Gems is brought to you by Angel and Keith, sourcing the finest minerals from famous mines around the U.S. and the World! They source and mine their own gems and are bringing them to you!
AMERICAN FOSSIL
Free demo for kids at the Expo!
American Fossil, the only fossil quarry in the world where you have the opportunity to dig fossils and keep every fossil you find! Located in the Green River Formation, our quarry is the most exciting destination in the world for families and everyone who loves fossils.
NATURE'S TREASURES
Our hand-selected inventory includes geodes, crystals, gems, minerals, sea life, jewelry, artifacts, home decor & fossils from our own US based quarry. We specialize in “top quality at reasonable prices”.
FOSSIL FISH ADVENTURES
Fossil Fish Adventures is an opportunity for YOU to dig fossils with the expert guidance of a professional paleontologist in the best quality layers available in the whole Green River Valley! We take dig tours out to our private ranch every week for groups & individuals to experience the thrill of discovering treasures millions of years in the making.
CLEARMIND CABBING & JEWELRY
Specialized in handmade cut and polished gemstone cabochons and jewelry, plus all the essentials you need to restore balance and clarity in your home. Crystal towers, sage, chakra cleansing stones, singing bowls, and more!
K& E KREATIONS
Handpicked and Handmade jewelry from Round Up, Montana
Kendall & Eric are excited to offer you the product of their shared interest in jewelry making, rock hunting, and the outdoors. Their fine jewelry is a culmination of husband and wife working together for a common goal; Bringing their customers beautiful and unique Montana Made Jewelry.
VELVET CROCODILE ROCKS
handmade knife scales, cabochons, and jewelry using Dinosaur Gem Bone and gemstones
MINERALS 4 ALL
Fine selection of minerals specimens of the East, Minerals 4 All sells high-quality mineral specimens from China, the Middle East, and Indonesia.
FOSSIL BASIN INSTITUTE
The Fossil Basin Institute is dedicated to advancing the understanding, appreciation, and conservation of the natural and cultural resources in the greater Fossil Basin region of Wyoming. We seek to inspire curiosity and respect for the past, and to promote the wise use of these resources for future generations through research, education, and community outreach.
ACADEMIC AND NON-PROFIT BOOTHS
FOSSIL BUTTE NATIONAL MONUMENT
Fossil Butte National Monument is a protected area in southwestern Wyoming that contains one of the world's largest and most diverse deposits of freshwater fish fossils from the Eocene epoch. Visit with paleontologist park rangers about your next trip to The Monument where they have a variety of educational programs and trips throughout the summer!
A.A.P.S. - ASSOCIATION OF APPLIED PALEONTOLOGICAL SCIENCES
"The A.A.P.S. serves as a forum for the exchange of information and ideas among paleontologists, geologists, biologists, archaeologists, and others who apply paleontology in their work. We aim to promote the use of paleontology in applied fields, facilitate collaboration and communication among professionals, and educate the public about the importance of paleontological research and its practical applications."
They also offer membership benefits such as access to a members-only forum, job listings, and networking opportunities.
Bridger-Teton National Forest - Kemmerer Ranger District
The Kemmerer Ranger District manages 283,000 acres of National Forest System Land, 268mi of trail; 211mi of road. It is made up of four watersheds: LaBarge, Fontenelle, Hams Fork, and Smiths Fork. Come speak with a Forest Ranger to help you plan your next great outdoors adventure in our National Forests!
