The San Bernardino County Museum invites the public to visit the museum in Redlands from 9am to 5pm with no admission fee on Sunday, June 7, 2009.

              At 2pm, join Curator of Geological Sciences J. Chris Sagebiel on a tour of the Earth’s interior in a special lecture, “Journey to the Center of the Earth.” Sagebiel will take you through the layers of the Earth’s interior, presenting the evidence for what we know about its structure.

              “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?” These are just some of the questions that Sagebiel will discuss with visitors. He will also give a preview of the upcoming Hall of Geological Wonders’ exhibits that will focus on the interior of the Earth.

              From 3 to 4:30pm, Genevieve Duo will perform in the new Hall of Geological Wonders Amphitheatre with romantic classical and Celtic songs of harp and flute.

Visitors will enjoy also two special exhibits: “Gadgets and Gizmos: inventing the modern world,” and “The Art of Ramon Contreras and the Mexican Muralists Movement.”

            The San Bernardino County Museum is at the California Street exit from Interstate 10 in Redlands. Everyone is admitted free on Sunday, June 7. Parking is free. For more information, visit www.sbcountymuseum.org.

            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.