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The Central Dakota Gem & Mineral Society is having an exciting catlinite carving demonstration event taking place on July 12, 2026. at the Bismarck Public Library’s Room A, which is located in the basement, beginning at 2:00 P. M. One of our members Mike Simonson will be demonstrating the carving of this stone. Catlinite or Pipestone has a religious and cultural significance throughout its 3000 year old history. With a mohs hardness scale of between 2 & 2.5 it is easily carved into amulets, beads, effigies that have an artistic quality. Please come early. No tools needed. R. S. V. P. is required for non members. Our regular business meeting is at 1:00 P. M.

Show Highlights: Click on the underlined button to see moments from our 51st annual show at the Bismarck Eagles on Oct. 24th, and October 25th, of 2025.

Past Shows: Click on the underlined button and see highlights from 2023, 2019, 2018, 2015, 1998, and 1978.