WMMI Monthly Speakers' Bureau Lectures - Reservation Required
The monthly Speakers’ Bureau Lectures, hosted by WMMI, are designed to inform and educate members and the general public on important subjects pertaining to the history and science of mining and industry.
Admission is always FREE to Museum members and just $5 per person for the general public.
Call 719-488-0880 for more information, or select the date below to reserve your space.
March Lecture
Cutting-edge technology meets real-world impact in this fascinating seminar featuring Dr. Lynnane George and Professor Bill Michael, faculty at the University of Colorado Colorado Springs.
Space Robotics & Student Innovation
Dr. George will take you on an exciting journey through her work in space robotics. She’ll also showcase the impressive achievements of her MAE 4055 robotics students, highlighting how their robots are shaping the future of space exploration.
Social Robotics & Real-World Solutions
Professor Bill Michael will explore the transformative field of Social Robotics, focusing on his work benefiting children with Autism Spectrum Disorder. He will share insights from two multi-disciplinary senior design projects, demonstrating how robotics is making a tangible difference in people’s lives.
Reserve your spot today! Admission is free for museum members and $5 for nonmembers. Reservations are required. Reservations may be made at www.wmmi.org or by calling the museum at 719-488-0880. The museum is located at 225 North Gate Blvd., Colorado Springs, CO 80921 (off I-25 Exit 156).
Museum Members are FREE. General admission is only $5. Call 719-488-0880 for more information, or click on the button below to reserve your space.
2025 Lectures
Feb 11 - Lecture: Ellie Hinkle, "Union Printers Home"
March 11 - Lecture: Dr. Lynnane George and Professor Bill Michael, " "Innovative Robotics Research at UCCS: The Benefits to Society and the Human aspect of robotics""
April 14 - Lecture: Martin Ditkof, "Asbestos"
May 12 - Lecture: Jerald Schnabel, "Peakview Quarry"
June 10 - Lecture: Larry Frank , "CO great depression gold rush" or "Oil Shale"
July 8 - Lecture: Gennevieve Johannsen, "Lost Sopris "
August 12 - Lecture: Julie Bell, "Women of the Colorado Gold Rush"
September 9 - Lecture: Al Schaffer, "Alternating Current and how it started in Telluride"
October 14 - Lecture: Dylan Harris, "TBD"
November 11 - Lecture: Bob DeWitt, "Gone But Not Forgotten - Some Early Coal Camps of Southern Huerfano County"
