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Inclusive Crystal Shop

We believe in creating a safer space; a welcoming, inclusive crystal shop. At Crystal Lounge by Crystallography Gems, everyone is treated with respect, compassion, and dignity. We feel that our differences are what make life beautiful, fun, unique, and interesting. Our owner and employees work to create a culture where these differences are celebrated.

We ask that our customers respect both our employees and other customers, and help us create a safer space.

As a part of our dedication to being Seattle’s most diverse and inclusive crystal shop, we diligently work to ensure our shop represent our beliefs – including the owner, employees, vendors, mines, healers, readers, and spiritual intuitives with whom we work.

Zero Tolerance for Discrimination

Crystal Lounge by Crystallography Gems has zero tolerance for discrimination and hate speech. Discrimination is inconsistent with our company’s mission and values.

We embrace and celebrate the differences between us, such as: race, religion, skin color, sexual identity, gender identity, ethnicity, disability, neurospiciness, and national origin.

Any speech or action used to vilify, humiliate, or incite hatred against another person or group will not be tolerated.

When customers visit our store and interact with our employees and fellow customers we ask that they:

  • Communicate respectfully.
  • Refrain from language, gestures, or actions that are abusive, harassing, hateful, and/or obscene.
  • Never mock, ridicule, or mimic another’s culture, accent, appearance, or customs.
  • Avoid wearing clothing or accessories that promote hate speech or display offensive symbols.
  • Do not engage in threatening, intimidating, or other hostile or offensive acts.
  • Do not bring in symbols or weapons used for violence.

Those not in accordance with our policy will be asked to leave, with assistance from law enforcement if necessary.

Thank you for supporting our business—and our efforts to create healing in the connection between all of us.

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Diversity At Crystal Lounge by Crystallography Gems

Crystal Lounge by Crystallography Gems is woman, neurospicy, LGBTQ+, and BIPOC owned. As a pansexual woman of color, it is challenging for me to feel safe in shops that tout “tolerance,” but have zero representation.

The Crystal Lounge employees are powerhouses of knowledge in Crystals, Minerals, Metaphysical, Plant medicine, Indigenous medicine, and more. Though I’ve chosen them for their skills, the Crystal Lounge staff is also chosen because their differences help bring unique cultural knowledge to the shop. Our collective backgrounds and unique histories make us better together as a whole.

Our staff (as of April 2024) is:
100% – BIPOC
100% – LGBTQ+
100% – Women / Non-Binary / Two Spirit
75-100% – Neuro Spicy

Whether you are a part of the New Majority* or not, or are anywhere on the spectrum of sexuality, gender, class, disability, neurodivergence, or otherwise, we welcome you. We invite you to join us as your most authentic self.

With Love & Support,
Michelle Ferris (owner)
Janelle, Rose, Gigi (fabulous employees)
Crystal Lounge by Crystallography Gems

*US Census data shows that caucasian people are now outnumbered by other racial groups

Land Acknowledgement

Ê”i, ti dsyaÊ”yaÊ” (Hello friend)

Crystal Lounge by Crystallography Gems respectfully acknowledges the original and current caretakers of this land, water, and air: the Duwamish Tribe & Coast Salish people, all of their ancestors, and descendants.

This land is Indigenous and was colonized through the use of interlocking systems of dominance: white supremacy, imperialism, capitalism, and patriarchy. It is our collective responsibility to support Indigenous people, culture, and rights, thereby honoring, protecting, and sustaining this land. Crystallography Gems strives toward including and honoring decolonized knowledge and traditions.

– tÌ•igÊ·icid (Thank You)

If you’d like to learn more, there are resources to help connect with and understand some of the topics mentioned above. Here is the story of the North Wind Weir which is a cultural landmark for the Duwamish people. If you are curious about which Indigenous land you are on, here is an insightful map by Native Land. Some resources like the Treaty of Elliot Bay, The Center for the Study of the Pacific Northwest, and Bracero Railroaders by Erasmo Gamboa can provide some local historical understanding.

If you are interested in supporting the Duwamish Tribe, consider setting up an annual donation to Real Rent Duwamish or buying from the Duwamish Longhouse.