[BCMA] [Press Release] The Delta Museum and Archives Society

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NEWS RELEASE 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 

October 7, 2015 

Museum's Latest Exhibit Focuses on Delta's Struggling Species 

 

Delta, BC We live in one of the most ecologically diverse areas of the
world. Once, this area was home to even a greater number of species which
over time have gradually been forced out. What are the current native
species of the Delta, and how do they take advantage of the environment we
share? What is affecting their habitat, and what would happen if they were
to disappear completely? 

 

The Delta Museum's latest exhibit, designed for the young observer,
highlights some of the endangered animal and plant species of the Delta and
how they are struggling to survive. Significant species that are close to
being lost completely will be highlighted. The viewer will be given the
chance to participate in Citizen Science projects that will help them
understand the habitats that exist. These projects will encourage young
observers, assisted by their adult companions, to think about what is
important in the environment and determine what decisions need to be made to
strike a balance that is needed to ensure that all species of the Delta have
a chance to flourish. 

 

This Who Am I? : Species of Delta exhibit will be on showing at the Delta
Museum's temporary gallery commencing October 8, 2015. Both the exhibit and
project activities will change on a regular basis, highlighting the idea
that the environment is a changing landscape. 

 

The Museum, located in the heart of Ladner Village at 4858 Delta Street,
Ladner, is open to the public Tuesday to Friday, 9:30am to 4:30pm. For
further information, please call 604-946-9322 or visit our website at
www.deltamuseum.ca. 

 

The Delta Museum and Archives Society is a registered charitable
organization whose mission is to celebrate Delta's rich cultural and natural
heritage, and to encourage awareness and education through preservation,
research, exhibitions, outreach and collaboration. 

 

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For more information or to obtain a photo, please contact: 

Gabrielle Martin, Executive Director 

Delta Museum and Archives Society 

Tel: 604-946-9315 ext. 203 

E-mail: gmartin at deltamuseum.ca

 

 

 

 

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