What is the Hudson Institute of Mineralogy?
The Hudson Institute of Mineralogy is a not-for-profit research, cultural and educational entity chartered by the Board of Regents of the University of the State of New York. In addition to its not-for-profit status, the Institute has applied to the Internal Revenue Service as a tax-exempt organization under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. This application has been approved, and as such, donations to the Institute are tax deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law. Our Mission Statement: The Hudson Institute of Mineralogy is dedicated to the discovery, study and preservation of rare mineral species, and to increasing public awareness and appreciation of the mineral kingdom through outreach and education. Our People: The members of the Institute’s Board of Directors are drawn from the scientific, educational and business communities. Some of them, like founder Tony Nikischer, are involved in mineralogy in some capacity, while others are simply concerned citizens wit
