Tucson Gem and Mineral Show 2026

Experience Potter USA like never before during the Tucson Gem and Mineral Show! Visit our incredible shop for a guided tour to see where the magic happens—from metal forming to die making and everything in between.

Explore our Metalsmiths Guild classroom where you can take hands-on classes taught by experienced makers, shop our unique line of tools, and watch free demonstrations. Don’t miss your chance to chat with founder Kevin Potter—he loves meeting fellow metalsmiths and sharing stories from decades in the craft. It’s the perfect way to dive into the world of metal artistry and see what makes Potter USA a cornerstone of the Tucson Gem and Mineral Show!

Shop Tours:

You must register for shop tours. All tours are limited to 6 people per time slot.

Tour Schedule: 

Wednesday, January 28th to Monday, February 2nd from 5 PM to 8 PM. Tours start every 30 minutes and generally last 60 to 90 minutes.

Address & Directions:

1934 East 18th Street, Tucson AZ 85719

Meet for the tour at the door that has the large steel gear on it. An employee will meet you there at your tour time and bring you into the shop. 

Safety Requirements:

DO NOT WEAR OPEN TOED SHOES OR SANDALS. They are not permitted in the shop areas and you will be NOT be allowed to join the tour wearing them. You will be provided with safetry glasses for shop areas that require them. 

Shopping:

We are opening a retail space just for the Gem Show! It is located in the same building as the Potter USA Metalsmiths Guild Classroom. Most of our equipment will be there, like the Rincon hydraulic press and Quick Form Press, as well as a selection of tools from our collection of impression dies, pattern plates, pancake dies and more.

Hours:

The retail space will be running from Wednesday, January 28th to Friday, February 9th. During that time, it will be open to the public during limited hours:

          Mon. - Fri. 2 PM-6 PM

          Sat. 9 AM-4 PM

          NOT OPEN ON SUNDAYS

Address:

1949 E. Eastland, Tucson, AZ 85719

Classes:

Classes will be offered during the Gem Show. The 2026 Gem Show Classes are filling up, reserve your spot now. 

In addition to the regular classes, we are offering Come and Go Free Demos on Saturday January 31st and Sunday February 8th from 9 AM to 4 PM. 

Address:

1949 E. Eastland, Tucson, AZ 85719