Gold Exhibit Opening Soon at Fernbank Museum

September 26 – January 3, 2009

Learn the fascinating story of the world’s most desired metal—its natural beauty, unique scientific properties and its influence in shaping global history at the new Gold exhibit at Fernbank Museum of Natural History.

Explore a vast array of extraordinary objects including natural specimens of crystallized gold, enormous nuggets, gold bullion, coins from shipwrecks, solid bars, exquisite jewelry, and contemporary objects such as Olympic medals and Oscar statues. Through a combination of magnificent specimens and interactive media, this special exhibit examines the cultural, historical, and scientific underpinnings that have made gold an enduring subject of fascination since the beginning of recorded time.

For more information visit Fernbank Museum.