Gillespie Museum, Stetson University

10/09/2026

In this week's newsletter (click to read more): Don't miss our Science Cafe on innovative defenses against citrus disease! 🍊 Plus, one of our favorite events of the year is coming up soon - we hope to see you at Mostly Green Halloween

Email from Gillespie Museum It's our favorite time of the year in the museum with spooky stones, haunted cave, and fun events!     Science Cafe - Citrus Disease Dynamics & Innovative Defenses (cultura

10/07/2026

Please note that we are CLOSED for fall break October 8th and 9th. We will reopen with regular hours on October 13th - see you then!

10/02/2026

Check out this week's newsletter for a notice about our fall break closure and to sign up for our Science Cafe featuring Dr. Brendan Mormile who will discuss innovative defenses against citrus greening using CRISPR technology. The HAUNTED CAVE and SPOOKY STONES are now open!

Email from Gillespie Museum Next Sci Cafe - learn about how scientists are trying to mitigate diseases decimating Florida's citrus industry.   Please Note - Fall Break Closure The Gillespie Museum wil

09/29/2026

Meet Nicholas, our Collections Manager, this Friday at the opening of our newest exhibit, Spooky Stones!

09/26/2026

Stop by DeBary Public Library, 200 N. Charles R Beall Blvd, on Tuesday, September 29th at 3:30 p.m. for Geology Rocks! Discover rocks and minerals in this interactive presentation and create crystal origami. Presented by Gillespie Museum. Grades K-5. No registration required.

09/25/2026

In this week's newsletter:

Discover the eerie wonders of the mineral kingdom at our Spooky Stones Gallery Opening! Join Nicholas Pearson-Walsh for an insightful Gallery Talk on the historical context of our fascinating specimens. Plus, learn about innovative defenses against citrus disease at our Science Cafe with Dr. Brendan Mormile. And don’t forget to bring the family to the Haunted Museum the second half of October!

Email from Gillespie Museum And coming up soon, learn about how scientists are trying to mitigate diseases decimating Florida's citrus industry.     Gallery Opening - Spooky Stones (cultural credit ev

09/22/2026

Big thank you to The Mineral Stand ™ | Premium Mineral & Crystal Display Stands for helping our mineral collection look its best! We couldn’t be happier with this upgrade!

09/14/2026

We had a great time at the Central Florida Mineral & Gem Society show this past weekend! Keep an eye out for more Gillespie Museum travelling exhibits at future shows in the Central Florida region.

09/11/2026

🌟 Join us for a Science Cafe about scrub jays, a celebration of biodiversity on Science Saturday & a Garden Party! Let's explore together! 🌿

Email from Gillespie Museum Plus, volunteer opportunities for students!   Note - on Science Cafe nights, we are open late! Can't make it when we close at 4PM? The museum is open till 6PM on 9/17!   Sc