Tucson Gem Show 2026: Immersion in the world’s largest fossil and mineral show

Every year, the Tucson Gem, Mineral & Fossil Show transforms Arizona into the world capital of fossils and minerals. For the 2026 edition, this unmissable event brings together thousands of exhibitors and professional visitors from around the world.

Goldstein Créations, a French artisan specializing in fossilized wood from the Haut-Rhin region, shares an insider’s view of the event: meticulous preparation in the workshop, careful selection of petrified wood from Arizona, and presence at several iconic sites at the show. A dive into the heart of the world’s largest trade show in the sector, at the crossroads of local expertise and the international scene.

The Tucson Gem Show: a unique international trade show

Founded in the 1970s, the Tucson Gem, Mineral & Fossil Show has grown over time to become an unparalleled international fossil and mineral exhibition. It takes place throughout the city, in private galleries, hotels converted into exhibition venues, and convention centers.

This unique format attracts:

• international collectors,
• architects and interior designers,
• design professionals,
• as well as individuals with high-end projects.

For your fossil wood expert, it is an ideal platform to showcase their fossil trunk creations, which are the result of rare craftsmanship.

A strategic presence for your petrified wood specialist

For the 2026 edition, your French creator of petrified wood furniture will be showcasing its presence across three complementary exhibition spaces, designed to appeal to a wide range of audiences and maximize visibility as an exhibitor at the Tucson Gem Show:

• A high-end showroom, set up in a gallery house surrounded by exceptional minerals, frequented by a highly selective international clientele with an appreciation for rare pieces and collections and works in fossilized wood.
• A booth located at the entrance of a hotel dedicated to the show, allowing it to reach a wider audience of visitors interested in fossils, gems, jewelry, and petrified wood.
• A presence in the convention center, offering optimal visibility to professional visitors.

From the Haut-Rhin workshop to Tucson: meticulous preparation over several months

Anticipating the creation of petrified wood pieces

Starting in the summer, at the Haut-Rhin workshop in Alsace, preparations for the 2026 Tucson Gem Show begin with sawing, polishing, and designing petrified wood tables and custom pieces. This preliminary work allows us to select the most suitable fossilized trees and develop original creations designed specifically for the show.

Selecting unique pieces for the 2026 edition

In the fall, a rigorous selection process is carried out among the petrified trees and finalized creations. The aim is to present a diverse range of pieces in Tucson that showcase the richness of Arizona petrified wood, considered a semi-precious material due to its rarity and aesthetic qualities.

Managing demanding logistics to Arizona

Finally, the preparation becomes logistical. Accustomed to specific shipments, your Haut-Rhin petrified wood furniture craftsman adapts his organization for the Tucson Gem Show. Shipping to Arizona involves additional constraints: maritime transport over several weeks, anticipation of delays, and reinforced security for the pieces. Each piece is custom-packaged to ensure it arrives in Tucson in optimal condition.

A simple display to help visitors understand Arizona petrified wood

The stands are decorated in an elegant, simple style so that visitors immediately understand that they are looking at petrified wood. The team then takes the time to explain the process of tree petrification, while presenting the possibilities for custom designs, from petrified wood tables to petrified wood basins.

This clear and accessible approach helps to promote Alsatian craftsmanship, which has been recognized over the years, and highlights unique pieces where millennia-old materials meet contemporary design.

From Tucson to the workshop in Alsace: custom-made international projects using fossilized wood

In Tucson, discussions with collectors, architects, and project leaders continue well beyond the trade show. Thanks to regular exchanges, the link between Arizona and Alsace remains strong, allowing projects involving petrified wood creations to evolve.

For further information or to discuss a project, please contact Goldstein Créations by email or by phone on +33 (0)3 89 07 06 82.