The San Bernardino County Museum in Redlands, usually closed on Mondays, will be open on the Columbus Day holiday, Monday, October 14, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Regular museum admission fees apply.
Visitors will see exhibits about the cultural and natural history of inland Southern California and the southwest, including minerals and fossils, Native American artifacts, birds and mammals, and historical objects. Two special exhibits are also included with museum general admission. “Footsteps to You,” an exhibit of African art and artifacts organized by the Black Voice Foundation, is showing in the Fisk Gallery and “Always a Bridesmaid” occupies the Crossroads in History gallery.
The San Bernardino County Museum is at the California Street exit from Interstate 10 in Redlands. General admission is $10 (adult), $8 (military or senior), $7 (student), and $5 (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. The 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.