AUGUSTA — Scientists, artists, educators and industry professionals from around Maine will gather at the Maine State Museum, 230 State St., from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 15, for the annual Maine Earth Science Day.

Curious students and visitors of all ages will find something to investigate in the museumwide presentation of earth science information and activities.

The exhibits and hands-on activities cover a wide variety of earth’s resources and treasures. Topics for exploration include minerals and gems, hydrology and meteorology.

Maine Earth Science Day’s exhibitors come from throughout the state. In addition to the Maine State Museum, they include the U.S. Geological Survey, Maine Geological Survey, Maine Geographic Alliance, Maine Energy Education Program, Maine Floodplain Management Program, Maine State Aquarium, NOAA/National Weather Service, Kennebec Rocks and Minerals Club, Challenger Learning Center of Maine, Department of Environmental Protection, Maine Gold Prospectors, Pike Industries, USDA Soil Science Division, Maine Forest Service and Hurricane Island Foundation.

Admission to the museum on this day is free. Teachers or parents bringing groups of students are urged to make reservations by completing a reservation form on the museum’s website.

FMI: 207-287-2301, www.mainestatemuseum.org.