The Western Museum of Mining and Industry (WMMI) is committed to preserving and interpreting the rich mining history of Colorado and the American West.
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Open since 1970, WMMI proudly features working machinery, a model mining drift and gold panning stations in the 12,200 square foot exhibit hall, plus historic buildings and machinery on our beautiful 27 acre campus
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Plan a trip to the Western Museum of Mining and Industry. Our rich, western history comes to life with interactive exhibits, knowledgeable and entertaining docents, Gold Panning and more.
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Opening on March 27--come learn about some of the mining industry's remarkable women.
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Stop by anytime April 1-8 for our indoor, scavenger-hunt style Egg Quest. Set out on your mission to find the "eggs" throughout the museum and turn in your completed sheet for a prize. It's a fun way to explore the museum and celebrate the season!
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PPLD Bookmobile and StorytimePPLD brings the convenience of their BOOKMOBILE to WMMI each Monday morning.
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Author Ellen Kingman Fisher is the WMMI speaker for April's Lecture Series.
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Spring Semester of "Home School Days" is now available!
WMMI launched this new program this year to provide STEaM based enrichment programs for Homeschool students.
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Registration is Open for STEaM CAMPS - two Summer Sessions are available!
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Air Force Thunderbirds Air Show Watch Party from our hill!
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Summer Family DaysStart Planning Your Summer Adventures!
4 Saturdays this summer, WMMI turns on the outdoor machinery, including our famous Yellow Jacket Stamp Mill!
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See our Fluorescent Minerals Room. A 360 degree visual treat of glowing minerals. This amazing room is open when the museum is open, and is included in your admission.
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See our variety of event venue and rental opportunities, perfect for your family reunion, wedding, company meeting, picnic or team building retreat. Rent our cozy library or theater. Host an event in our unique machinery exhibit area. Create an authentic atmosphere in our newly renovated Hay Barn, or out on our vast campus.
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WMMI offers a wide range of educational programs for all ages. Along with our monthly lecture series, WMMI offers engaging STEaM CAMP over Spring Break and the Summer. Plus, schools from around the area come to WMMI for incredible field trips to teach the importance of mining, manufacturing and ranching history in the American West.
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Want to pay it forward? Give back? Share your skills? WMMI offers a wide variety of opportunities to volunteer: from landscaping and maintenance to Tour Guides, receptionists, archivists and much more. We have flexible schedules and wonderful camaraderie.
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Membership has its privileges. Help be a part of our important mission and preserve Colorado History.
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