Join Jim Holstein, Collection Manager of Physical Geology and Meteorites at the Field Museum to learn about the history of the museum gem and jewelry collection. Take a trip back to the 1893 World's Columbian Exposition to learn about the founding and growth of one of the most popular collections housed at the Field Museum and how these beautiful objects continue to amaze and inspire audiences. You will also be treated to a virtual behind-the-scenes tour of the museum collections and hear some of the unusual backstories about specimens not on public display.

Italian Decorative Arts professor, Anna Maria Massinelli, PhD, presents a fascinating look into Roman micromosaic history. Explore major public and private collections and see the ways this art form was applied to luxury items and decorative art. Learn how these collectable mosaics were an integral part of the Grand Tour and how the art form continues today.
This lecture will be projected in the Museum’s Lecture Hall and will not be recorded. Please attend in-person or via Zoom.

Children can make their own gemstone jewelry with the Rockin’ Jewelry for kids. Learn to make a necklace, a keychain, and a pin. All materials included in individual kits. After the class, tour the Museum and complete a scavenger hunt. Completes the Jewelry Badge for Girl Scouts.