Palm Springs Desert Museum

On Friday, February 9, 2001 some of Mrs. Pérez's students visited the Palm Springs Desert Museum. They went to see a special exhibit of "Desert Volcanoes" about which they had recently studied.

They learned about many kinds of volcanic rocks such as pumice and obsidian.

They even experienced an erupting cinder volcano.

This seismograph records earthquakes that often occur before a volcano erupts.

While at the museum, the students also enjoyed viewing many different works of art.

This blown glass sculpture by Dale Chihuly was a favorite.

This is a molded glass sculpture.

Here is another view of their favorite piece.

How did the artist put this stone sculpture together?

Here is a giant-sized artist's palette.

This colorful sculpture is made out of metal.

The students enjoyed their trip to the museum.