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We’re Talking Fossils — Friday, April 26, 2013

Lunch and Learn from 12:15 – 12:45 p.m.

Lunch and Learn from 12:15 – 12:45 p.m.The last geology presentation during our 160th Anniversary Open House will be about fossils.  Visit with staff, see special exhibits, and tour our McCracken Core Library and Research Center and Edward L. Clark Museum of Missouri Geology to learn about the contributions staff members have made to both the environmental and economic vitality of Missouri.

Plan to Visit us During Our Open House April 22-26, 2013Register during the Open House to win a stay at Johnson’s Shut-Ins State Park or four passes to tour Onondaga Cave, in Onondaga Cave State Park.

We are located at 111 Fairgrounds Road, Rolla.  Admission is free of charge.  Check our website for more information

Posted on Apr 26, 2013

Learn About Water Wells and Groundwater — Thursday, April 25, 2013

Lunch and Learn from 12:15 – 12:45 p.m.

Visit us during our Open House -- April 22-26, 2013Turnout has been great for our geology presentations, and you have two more chances to join us during our 160th Anniversary Open House.  Thursday’s presentation is about water wells and groundwater.  Friday’s topic is fossils!

Visit with staff, see special exhibits, and tour our McCracken Core Library and Research Center and Edward L. Clark Museum of Missouri Geology to learn about the contributions staff members have made to both the environmental and economic vitality of Missouri.

Plan to Visit us During Our Open House April 22-26, 2013Register during the Open House to win a stay at Johnson’s Shut-Ins State Park or four passes to tour Onondaga Cave, in Onondaga Cave State Park.

We are located at 111 Fairgrounds Road, Rolla.  Admission is free of charge.  Check our website for more information

Posted on Apr 25, 2013

Learn About Geologic Mapping Today, April 23 at 12:15 p.m.

Lunch and Learn – 12:15 to 12:45 p.m.

Geologic MappingDon’t forget, we are having daily Lunch and Learn presentations about geology during our 160th Anniversary Open House, April 22-26.

  • Tuesday, April 23 – Geologic Mapping
  • Wednesday, April 24 – Caves
  • Thursday, April 25 – Water Wells and Groundwater
  • Friday, April 26 – Fossils

Visit with staff, see special exhibits, and tour our McCracken Core Library and Research Center and Edward L. Clark Museum of Missouri Geology to learn about the contributions staff members have made to both the environmental and economic vitality of Missouri.

Plan to Visit us During Our Open House April 22-26, 2013Register during the Open House to win a stay at Johnson’s Shut-Ins State Park or four passes to tour Onondaga Cave, in Onondaga Cave State Park.

We are located at 111 Fairgrounds Road, Rolla.  Admission is free of charge.  Check our website for more information.

Posted on Apr 23, 2013

Plan to Visit us During Our Open House April 22-26, 2013

Help us celebrate 160 years of service to Missourians

Join us for special presentations April 22-26, 2013Plan to visit during our Open House and attend special Lunch and Learn presentations about geology April 22-26, 2013.  We welcome everyone to visit with staff, see special exhibits, and tour our Edward L. Clark Museum of Missouri Geology to learn about the contributions staff members have made to both the environmental and economic vitality of Missouri.  We also are offering tours of our McCracken Core Library and Research Center.

Lunch and Learn – 12:15 to 12:45 p.m.

  • Monday, April 22 – History and Future of the Geological Survey
  • Tuesday, April 23 – Geologic Mapping
  • Wednesday, April 24 – Caves
  • Thursday, April 25 – Water Wells and Groundwater
  • Friday, April 26 – Fossils

Missouri State Parks

Register during the Open House to win a stay at Johnson’s Shut-Ins State Park or four passes to tour Onondaga Cave, in Onondaga Cave State Park.

We are located at 111 Fairgrounds Road, Rolla.  Admission is free of charge.  Check our website for more information.

Posted on Apr 22, 2013

We’re Just Two Weeks Away From Our Open House

Help us celebrate 160 years of service to Missourians

Join us for special presentations April 22-26, 2013Everyone is invited to attend our special Lunch and Learn presentations April 22-26, 2013, visit with staff, see special exhibits, and tour our Edward L. Clark Museum of Missouri Geology to learn about the contributions staff members have made to both the environmental and economic vitality of Missouri.

Register during the Open House to win a stay at Johnson’s Shut-Ins State Park.  Johnson’s Shut-ins State Park is a geologic jewel of the Missouri State Park System, a place with something for everyone.

You may also win four passes to tour Onondaga Cave, in Onondaga Cave State Park.  Onondaga Cave is one of America’s most spectacular, with 1.5 miles of passages decorated with towering stalagmites, dripping stalactites, active flowstones, grotto salamanders and more.

Our museum is located in the Buehler Building, 111 Fairgrounds Road, Rolla.  Self-guided tours are available from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.  Lunch and Learn presentations will be held from 12:15-12:45 p.m. in the adjacent Annex Building.  Pack a lunch and join us!  Admission to the museum and presentations is free of charge.  Parking is available in front and back of both buildings.  Check our website for the schedule for presentations and read more about us.

Posted on Apr 09, 2013

Mark Your Calendars for April 22-26, 2013

Join us as we celebrate 160 years of service to Missourians

Since 1853, staff members with the Missouri Geological Survey have provided reliable scientific information to describe and understand Missouri’s wealth of natural resources.

Please joing us to attend special Lunch and Learn presentations April 22-26, 2013, visit with staff, see special exhibits, and tour our Edward L. Clark Museum of Missouri Geology to learn about the contributions staff members have made to both the environmental and economic vitality of Missouri.

Register during the Open House to win a stay at Johnson’s Shut-Ins State Park.  Johnson’s Shut-ins State Park is a geologic jewel of the Missouri State Park System, a place with something for everyone.

You may also win four passes to tour Onondaga Cave, in Onondaga Cave State Park.  Onondaga Cave is one of America’s most spectacular, with 1.5 miles of passages decorated with towering stalagmites, dripping stalactites, active flowstones, grotto salamanders and more.

Our museum is located in the Buehler Building, 111 Fairgrounds Road, Rolla.  Self-guided tours are available from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.  Lunch and Learn presentations will be held from 12:15-12:45 p.m. in the adjacent Annex Building.  Pack a lunch and join us!  Admission to the museum and presentations is free of charge.  Parking is available in front and back of both buildings.  Check our website for the schedule for presentations and read more about us.

Posted on Apr 04, 2013

Join us April 22-26, 2013 for special presentations

 Celebrating 160 years of service to Missourians

One hundred sixty years is not a very long time when speaking in geologic terms. However, the Missouri Geological Survey is observing this noteworthy milestone this year.  Since 1853, staff members have provided reliable scientific information to describe and understand Missouri’s wealth of natural resources.

Everyone is invited to attend our special Lunch and Learn presentations April 22-26, 2013, visit with staff, see special exhibits, and tour our Edward L. Clark Museum of Missouri Geology to learn about the contributions staff members have made to both the environmental and economic vitality of Missouri.

Register during the Open House to win a stay at Johnson’s Shut-Ins State Park.  Johnson’s Shut-ins State Park is a geologic jewel of the Missouri State Park System, a place with something for everyone.

Our museum is located in the Buehler Building, 111 Fairgrounds Road, Rolla.  Self-guided tours are available from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.  Lunch and Learn presentations will be held from 12:15-12:45 p.m. in the adjacent Annex Building.  Pack a lunch and join us!  Admission to the museum and presentations is free of charge.  Parking is available in front and back of both buildings.  Check our website for the schedule for presentations and read more about us.

Posted on Mar 28, 2013

Come see us in Springfield Saturday, Oct. 20, 2012

We’ll be at the 45th Annual Gem and Jewelry Show

If you are in Springfield, Mo., Saturday, be sure to stop by the 45th Annual Gem and Jewelry Show, to be held at the Expo Center, 653 E. St. Louis Street.  This very popular show is sponsored by the Ozark Mountain Gem and Mineral Society.

Vicki Voigt, one of our geologists, will host an informational booth and give a presentation about minerals in everyday life.  Doors open Saturday, October 20 at 10 a.m. and close at 6 p.m. The show resumes Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.  Admission is $3 for adults.  Gate proceeds fund local scholarships.

Earth Science WeekVicki’s presentation is taking place during Earth Science Week.  This year’s theme is “Discovering Careers in the Earth Sciences.” Learn about careers in geology.

Other presenters will provide demonstrations about flint knapping, silversmithing and more.  And of course, a variety of jewelry items, gems, minerals, fossils and other items will be available for purchase from vendors Saturday and Sunday.

Geologic Map Day

Visit our Ed Clark Museum of Missouri Geology on Geologic Map Day to learn more about geologic maps.  Open weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., we are located at 111 Fairgrounds Road, in Rolla.  Admission to our museum is always free.

Posted on Oct 19, 2012

Fossil Collectors – Stop Visit our Museum Today, Wednesday, Oct. 17

We’re Celebrating National Fossil Day — Join Us!

National Fossil Day is Wednesday, Oct. 17

Celebrate National Fossil Day with us by visiting our Edward L. Clark Museum of Missouri Geology Wednesday, Oct. 17 to see our impressive display of fossils.  Visitors will also receive a small Crinoid stem fossil (the official state fossil) to add to their personal collections.

The Crinoid is Missouri's Official State FossilThe third annual National Fossil Day is being held during Earth Science Week.  Gov. Jay Nixon declared the week of Oct. 14 through Oct. 20 as Earth Science Week 2012 to bring awareness to the fact that earth sciences are fundamental to the health, safety and welfare of all Missourians.  Learn about the Crinoid, Missouri’s Official State Fossil.

 

 

 

 

 

Posted on Oct 17, 2012

What Are You Doing National Fossil Day 2012 – Wednesday, Oct. 17?

Celebrate Earth Science Week With Us!

Stop by our Edward L. Clark Museum of Missouri Geology Wednesday, Oct. 17 and celebrate National Fossil Day with us.  In addition to seeing our impressive display of fossils, visitors to the museum will receive a small Crinoid stem fossil (the official state fossil) to add to their personal collections.

The third annual National Fossil Day is being held during Earth Science Week.  Gov. Jay Nixon declared the week of Oct. 14 through Oct. 20 as Earth Science Week 2012 to bring awareness to the fact that earth sciences are fundamental to the health, safety and welfare of all Missourians.

“Discovering Careers in the Earth Sciences” was selected by the American Geosciences Institute as the theme of Earth Science Week 2012 to boost awareness about the geosciences and the many exciting career and job opportunities in the field. Through careers in geology, geophysics, oceanography, hydrology, paleontology, earth science education and many other fields, they enhance our understanding of Earth processes and improve the quality of human life. Organized in 1998 by American Geosciences Institute, the Department of Natural Resources’ Division of Geology and Land Survey and other sponsors participate as a service to the public and the geoscience community. The program is supported by the U.S. Geological Survey, National Aeronautics and Space Administration, the National Park Service and other major geoscience groups.

Learn about other activities planned for Earth Science Week.

 

 

Posted on Oct 12, 2012