Events

At the heart of our association are our members and we host a number of events both in London, within the UK and around the globe where members can connect with Gem-A staff, fellow gem enthusiasts and professionals from within the trade.

Gem-A Events

Learn, share & connect

Throughout the year, Gem-A hosts a number of informative, engaging in-person and online events. They are an excellent opportunity to learn, share, and connect with others in the gem and diamond community. Browse our available events below.
Marie Chalmers: A Life in Gems

18:00 - 19:15

8 September 2026

Webinar

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Are your skills up to date? Test, Identify & Explore (Exclusive to Gem-A Members & Students)

17:30 - 20:30

9 September 2026

Gem-A London, 21 Ely Place, London EC1N 6TD

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Introduction to Gemmology

10:00 - 16:00 GMT

24 September 2026

Gem-A London, 21 Ely Place, London EC1N 6TD

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Introduction to Diamond Grading

10:00 - 16:00 GMT

25 September 2026

Gem-A London, 21 Ely Place, London EC1N 6TD

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Spot the Fake! Secrets of Antique Jewellery (Plus Faceting!)

17:45 - 20:00

26 September 2026

The Westcott Studio, The Kingswood Estate, 20 Old School House, Britannia Road, Bristol BS15 8DB

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FEEG Preparation workshop (suitable for graduates of the Gem-A Diploma)

10:00 - 16:30 GMT

28 September 2026

Gem-A London, 21 Ely Place, London EC1N 6TD

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The Hidden Journey of Jewellery

18:00 - 20:00

30 September 2026

Love Lane Brewery, 62-64 Bridgewater Street Liverpool L1 0AY

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Mine to Market: The Power of Provenance

18:30 - 20:30

1 October 2026

Quaker Meeting House, Friargate, York YO1 9RL

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Pearl Stringing Workshop – Create Your Necklace [SOLD OUT – more dates to follow]

12:00 - 16:00

17 October 2026

Gem-A London, 21 Ely Place, London EC1N 6TD

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Upcoming Events

Limited tickets available. Secure your place now.
Gemmological Instruments
Meet the Author
Rui Galopim de Carvalho
Thursday, June 5
Decorative plate made of Tortoiseshell which is a material produced from the shells of the larger species of tortoise and turtle.
Gemmological Instruments
Meet the Author
Maggie Campbell Pedersen
Thursday, June 12

Christmas Closure

The Gem-A office will be closed from 3pm Wednesday 24th December 2025 for the holidays, reopening 9am Friday 2nd January 2026.

Season’s greetings from all of us at Gem-A!