Microscopic Society of Southern California (MSSC)

The Microscopical Society of Southern California. (MSSC) was founded in 1938 and is dedicated to the study and practice of the science, art, and history of microscopy and to the collection and study of related scientific devices. Membership includes individuals with an active interest and experience in optical and electron microscopy and associated science and technology, as well as, novices with varied interests. The club is not exclusive. In addition to local Southern California members, we also have corresponding members from around the globe.

Membership entitles you to attend our meetings and workshops, see MSSC Program Schedule for details. Occassionally lectures by members and outside speakers on microscopical subjects are featured, or practical hands-on workshops. There is an annual Pond Life in-person meeting in May, and an exhibition night in Novemeber for your to show off your latest microscopy project. Virtual Workshops are held on the first Saturday of the month. Meetings and workshops typically include "show and tell" presentations or items for sale by the members.

MSSC members and non-members are welcome to submit microscopically related articles for publication on the website. The member area of the website contains archived copies of the Society's microscopy journals, and infromation on the Society's slide library, stains, and collection sites.

Yearly dues are payable as of January 1st of any given year.
Dues WAIVED

25.00/year for Regular Members. This membership is for those living in the Southern California area who expect to be able to attend meetings and workshops on a fairly regular basis. Note: this is a reduced fee as the Society's Journal is not currently in production.
15.00/every two years for Website Members. This membership is for those living outside of the Southern California area who cannot attend meetings and workshops on a regular basis and are joining to receive access to the member-only sections of the Society's website.

For more information please contact MSSC Treasurer Herbert A. Gold at 323-665-8391 or email: herbgold at sbcglobal.net

Ready to sign up? Then click here to open our application form in Adobe Acrobat pdf format.
Please print a copy, complete the form and send it with your check to our Treasurer Herb Gold. Complete details are on the form.