Get ready for a sparkling new exhibit at the Museum of Discovery. "Diamonds" opens Saturday, April 20 and focuses on diamond formation and exploration across the world — particularly in Arkansas.

"Diamonds" contains 38 interactive exhibits or informational panels that explain how diamonds and other gems form, their properties as well as international and local mining. Visitors will also see rock and mineral samples, rough cut diamonds and reproductions.

The science center modified the exhibit to include information related to diamond formation at Crater of Diamonds State Park in Murfreesboro and a history of the mining operations and major visitor finds at the park, according to Museum of Discovery CEO Kelley Bass.

"Everyone in Arkansas knows that one of the things that makes our great state unique is Crater of Diamonds State Park and the fact park visitors can keep the diamonds and other gems they find, the only place in the world that is the case," Bass said. 

"Diamonds" will remain on exhibit at Museum of Discovery through Oct. 21. Access to the exhibit is included in regular admision: $10 for adults and $8 for kids 12 and under. Visit the Museum's website for more information on the exhibit and the museum.