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Learn About Minerals at Tellus Symposium

Tellus visitors can learn about a variety of geological subjects during the science museum's annual Mineral Symposium on Saturday, Aug. 17.

This year's featured speakers are Dr. Pamela Gore and Dr. Bill Witherspoon, authors of "Roadside Geology of Georgia." The duo will talk about state geology as well as sign their book, which is sold in the Tellus store. 

Admission is free for members and is included in regular admission for non-members.

This year's lineup:

10 a.m. – Around the World in 80 Minerals
11 a.m. – Georgia Calcite Localities
2 p.m. – The Roadside Geology of Georgia
3 p.m. – Book signing

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