Presentation offers preview of long-awaited Museum of Redlands

Library archivist Nathan Gonzales will preview the museum's exhibits, history and vision during a free presentation at the Joslyn Senior Center.

Presentation offers preview of long-awaited Museum of Redlands
Exterior of the Museum of Redlands expected to open in 2026. (Photo by Monte Stuck)

REDLANDS, Calif. — Residents can get a preview of the long-awaited Museum of Redlands during a presentation next week at the Joslyn Senior Center.

Dr. Nathan Gonzales, archivist at A.K. Smiley Public Library, will present an inside look at the museum from 1 to 2 p.m. Thursday, July 16, at the Joslyn Senior Center, 21 Grant St.

Gonzales will discuss the museum's 27-year development, explain how the current vision took shape and offer a preview of the exhibitions visitors can expect when the museum opens, according to a press release.

The Museum of Redlands is planned as a permanent home for the city's history, featuring rotating exhibits, historical artifacts and traveling exhibitions designed to appeal to visitors of all ages.

Among the inaugural exhibits will be a "Hometown Heroes" series recognizing individuals from throughout Redlands' history who have made lasting contributions to the community.

Reservations are required. To reserve a seat, call the Joslyn Senior Center at (909) 798-7550 or the Flores Senior Center at (909) 798-7579.

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