Press Contact: Dan Bell, Communications and Community Relations Director
Phone Number: (909) 395-2400
Date: November 28, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
City of Ontario
Department of Museum, Arts & Culture
ONTARIO MUSEUM OF HISTORY & ART LAUNCHES WATER KEEPERS MOBILE APPLICATION
Water Keepers mobile app supports the Museum’s newest permanent exhibit Built on Water: Ontario and Inland Southern California
The Ontario Museum of History & Art has launched the Water Keepers mobile application, an engaging and educational tool that complements its latest permanent exhibit, Built on Water: Ontario and Inland Southern California. Water Keepers is an interactive experience that invites users to delve into the past, present, and future of water management, blending history, science, and art in a gamified adventure.
Through choose-your-own adventure storytelling and thought-provoking puzzle challenges, Water Keepers transports players across time, immersing them in the challenges faced by three unique characters and their water-related dilemmas. The application introduces you to three water professionals: a citrus farmer, a water quality manager, and a water resource engineer. The app not only educates but also empowers users to make informed decisions regarding water conservation. Aligned with Common Core/Next Gen Science standards, Water Keepers is a valuable resource for educators, students, parents with their children, and anyone interested in deepening their understanding of responsible water usage. This free mobile application is now available for download on both the Google Play Store and Apple Store.
“This is the Museum’s first app and we had so much fun creating this gamified experience that really exemplifies what Built on Water is all about,” said Miriam Valle-Mancilla, the Museum’s Curator of Education. “As we invite the community to try it out, we encourage everyone to further their understanding of the importance of our water usage and to care for this vital resource.”
The Ontario Museum of History & Art is located at 225 S. Euclid Avenue, Ontario, CA 91762. Hours are Thursday and Friday, Noon to 4 PM, and Saturday and Sunday, 11 AM to 5 PM. Admission to the Museum and exhibit is free. To learn more about Built on Water and to download the app visit, www.ontariomuseum.org/built-on-water/.
Additional Information
The Ontario Museum of History & Art preserves, interprets, and celebrates the history and cultural heritage of Ontario and the surrounding area. From developing exhibitions, to engaging visitors through educational experiences, and events that inspire creative action, the Museum is an anchor to the growing downtown arts district. The Museum is uniquely housed in Ontario’s former City Hall, a historical landmark funded by the Works Progress Administration.
The Built on Water exhibit is made possible through a grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services with additional support from the City of Ontario and the Ontario Municipal Utilities Company.
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About the Ontario Museum of History & Art
The Ontario Museum of History & Art is located at 225 S. Euclid Avenue, Ontario, California 91762. Gallery hours are Thursday and Friday, Noon to 4 PM, and Saturday and Sunday, 11 AM to 5 PM. Admission is free. For more information call (909) 395-2510, email MuseumInfo@ontarioCA.gov, visit www.OntarioMuseum.org or follow @ontariomusuem_artsculture on Instagram. The Ontario Museum of History & Art is a facility of the City of Ontario’s Department of Museum, Arts & Culture. The Ontario Museum of History & Art Associates is a 501©(3) nonprofit organization that supports the Museum’s education programs.
About the City of Ontario
The City of Ontario is enhancing the quality-of-life by creating urban lifestyle districts that create sustainable places to live, work and play. Located just east of Los Angeles and Orange counties, the City of Ontario is ideally situated as a gateway to Southern California. With major freeways, rail transportation and an International Airport,
Ontario invites the rest of the world to be a part of a culturally diverse community with rich history that is well positioned for quality development and economic sustainability for its residents. Complementing its business and residential core, Ontario offers premium entertainment venues such as the Ontario Convention Center, Toyota Arena, and Ontario Mills. To learn more about the City of Ontario, visit OntarioCA.gov or call (909) 395-2000.