

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: OCMGA Monthly Meeting and Arkansas Planerite Lecture
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 06 Feb, 2026 at 06:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Date: Friday, Feb. 6
Time: 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. (Doors at 6 p.m.)
Where: MMGM Discovery Gallery, 99 Main St., Bethel
Admission: Free!

Event Overview:
The Oxford County Mineral &amp; Gem Association (OCMGA) welcomes the public to its monthly meeting at the Maine Mineral &amp; Gem Museum for an evening program exploring the fascinating minerals of Arkansas, with a special focus on the lesser-known mineral planerite, with guest speaker, Ethan Clarkson.

Exploring Arkansas Planerite &amp; Wavellite:
Nestled in the Ouachita Mountains, the Mount Ida region of Arkansas is a renowned destination for mineral collectors. While the state is famous for quartz crystals and even diamonds, it also hosts an impressive variety of other minerals. Among them is planerite, a striking but often overlooked mineral that is closely related to the better-known wavellite.

These two minerals share a close genetic relationship and are frequently found in similar geological settings, particularly near Mt. Maudlin outside Mount Ida. This program will explore how these minerals form, where they occur, and what makes Arkansas such a unique collecting landscape.

Meet the Speaker: Ethan Clarkson:
Ethan Clarkson lived in Arkansas for more than a decade and collected minerals at 11 different localities during that time. Drawing on firsthand field experience, Ethan will share insights into collecting planerite and wavellite, along with a broader look at the diversity of Arkansas minerals beyond the usual headliners.

Who Should Attend:
This program is ideal for mineral collectors, geology enthusiasts, students, and anyone curious about the lesser-known treasures of Arkansas geology. No prior knowledge is required.

About the Oxford County Mineral &amp; Gem Association
OCMGA is dedicated to fostering interest in mineralogy, geology, and related sciences through educational programs, community events, and collaboration with the Maine Mineral &amp; Gem Museum.

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## Event venue details

- **city**: Bethel
- **state**: ME
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 99 Main St, Bethel, ME, United States, Maine 04217
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- **full address**: 99 Main St, Bethel, ME, United States, Maine 04217

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- **organizer**: Maine Mineral & Gem Museum (https://allevents.in/org/maine-mineral-and-gem-museum/25991316)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Fri, 06 Feb, 2026 at 06:00 pm
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** 99 Main St, Bethel, ME, United States, Maine 04217
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Maine Mineral & Gem Museum
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** meetups, art, fine-arts
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about OCMGA Monthly Meeting and Arkansas Planerite Lecture ?
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