Uncover an underwater
environment of crushing pressure and extreme temperatures as scientists journey
12,000 feet below the ocean's surface in search of a fabled sea creature in the
Clay Center's newest giant screen film. "Volcanoes of the Deep Sea" premieres
March 9 in the ElectricSky Theater.
Get a
close look at the Azores, a constantly erupting volcanic rift between North
America and Europe, as manned research probe Alvin plunges into the Atlantic in
search of a long sought-after animal. Explore astounding volcanic habitats with
dense communities of animal and plant life in this award-winning documentary
produced by James Cameron and narrated by Ed Harris.
While at
the Center, put on your hard hat and construction vest and explore the concepts
of design, motion and simple machines in "Little Builders," the latest
traveling exhibit in the Mylan Explore-atory. Then, travel the galaxy to learn
about our neighbors in the solar system in the planetarium show "The Planets."
Plus, visit the art gallery to see exhibits featuring quilts and lithographs.
Show
times will be Wednesday through Saturday at noon, 1, 3 and 4 p.m. and Sundays
at 1, 3 and 4 p.m. This film will be shown through July 5.
For
information on the film and other programs and exhibits, visit www.theclaycenter.org
or call 304-561-3570. Clay Center museum hours are Wednesday through Saturday,
10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, noon to 5 p.m.