The show, the 47th annual theme is a “Blast from the Past-Meteorites and Dinosaurs”, is a family oriented mineral, fossil, gem, lapidary and jewelry show, having the Midwest’s largest educational exhibits and children’s area; exhibits; hourly silent auctions, demonstrations such as faceting, lapidary, and jewelry making; as well as 27 dealers from the eastern U.S. featuring specimens from all over the world. The Children’s area includes activities, exhibits, and games where children can win mineral prizes and there is a free specimen for each child.