Dr. Federico Pezzotta is the Curator of Mineralogy at the Museum of Natural History in Milan, Italy and one of the most knowledgeable people in the world on the mineralogy of Madagascar.

In his years of work on this island nation, located off the southeastern coast of Africa, Dr. Pezzotta has experienced high adventures enough for three lifetimes. From shady dealings to outrageous characters to muggings and robberies – Dr. Pezzotta’s life is right out of a storybook encapsulating all the adventure and excitement of international mineral collecting.

Join us on Sunday Evening as Dr. Pezzotta shares with us, in words and pictures, some of these exciting stories that most people only dream of.

Join us at 6:00 PM for cocktails and snacks, followed by the main event at 7:30 PM.

Event Details

Program: Mineral Adventures from Madagascar
Special Guests: Dr. Federico Pezzotta
When: Sunday, February 6, 2011
Time: 6:30 PM – Social Hour | 7:30 PM – Presentation
Where: Westward Look Resort, Sonoran Ballroom