SANTA PAULA, CA – Become an Arctic explorer at the City of Santa Paula’s California Oil Museum by discovering “Polar View: A Look at Our Changing Arctic”, an original and interactive exhibit premiering March 18 and open through June 24, 2012 (1001 E. Main Street, Santa Paula 93060, Adults $4, Seniors $3, Youth (6-17) $1). Experience the sights and sounds of the Arctic in this multi-dimensional exhibit which includes icebergs, interactive displays, a life-size polar bear model and historic Inuit artifacts!

“The Museum’s largest gallery will essentially be transformed into the Arctic Circle as we have recreated many aspects of the Arctic environment. For those of us who may never have a chance to visit the real thing, the exhibit provides a wonderful opportunity to experience Arctic life only a few miles from home”, explains Museum Director, Jeanne Orcutt. Visitors can learn about the native peoples and culture, Arctic wildlife, sea ice, and how this most mysterious region on Earth is transforming.

In addition to stunning photographic imagery and the latest scientific data on Arctic change, the Museum will be filled with the sounds of Arctic life, both human and wild, making “Polar View” a complete experience. Home to millions of people and animals, the Arctic Circle is a severe but beautiful habitat, which must be adapted to in order to survive. Learn if you have what it takes to be an Arctic explorer at the California Oil Museum.

WHO: The City of Santa Paula’s California Oil Museum

WHAT: Polar View: A Look at Our Changing Arctic, an interactive exhibit

WHEN: March 18 through June 24, 2012 (Museum hours: Wednesday through Sunday 10 AM to 4 PM)

WHERE: 1001 E. Main Street, Santa Paula, CA 93060 (Museum admission: $4.00 Adults, $3.00 Seniors, $1.00 Youth (6-17))

WHY: To experience what life is like in the Arctic Circle