The San Bernardino County Museum

Senior Curator of Geological Sciences Kathleen Springer will take a tour of the earth’s interior in a special lecture, “Journey to the Center of the Earth,” at the San Bernardino County Museum on Sunday, June 11 at 2:00 pm. This presentation is free with museum admission.

“I will present the lines of evidence as to what we know about the nature of the earth’s interior,” said Springer. “Why are there layers and what are they made of? Did you know the earth’s magnetic field is caused by convection currents in the molten iron outer core of the earth? How can studies of earthquakes gives us a peek in the interior of the Earth? How do rocks on the surface of the earth as well as meteorites from extraterrestrial sources tell us about what is on the inside of the earth?” Springer will also give visitors a preview of the upcoming Hall of Geological Wonders’ exhibits that will focus on the interior of the earth.

Kathleen Springer is the Senior Curator of Geological Sciences for the San Bernardino County Museum. She has an extensive background in both geology and paleontology and has been with the museum for nearly 19 years leading geologic and paleontologic investigations throughout southern California, Arizona, and Nevada. Kathleen is a resident of Claremont, California.

The San Bernardino County Museum is at the California Street exit from Interstate 10 in Redlands. The museum is open Tuesdays through Sundays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. General admission is $6 (adult), $5 (student or senior), and $4 (child aged 5 to 12). Children under five and Museum Association members are admitted free. Parking is free. For more information, visit www.sbcountymuseum.org or call (909) 307-2669.

The San Bernardino County Museum is accessible to persons with disabilities. If assistive listening devices or other auxiliary aids are needed in order to participate in museum exhibits or programs, requests should be made through Museum Visitor Services at least three business days prior to your visit. Visitor Services’ telephone number is (909) 307-2669 ext. 229 or TDD (909) 792-1462.