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225 North Gate Blvd
Colorado springs, Colorado 80921

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Picnic N Planes

Thursday, May 28, 2026
9:00 am4:00 pm

The Western Museum of Mining is honored to be the Air Force Academy’s neighbor…and lucky too! The Mining Museum is the perfect place to watch the amazing aerial acrobatics of the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds.

We suggest you bring your own chairs, blankets, and sunscreen. Feel free to bring a picnic or purchase from one of our food trucks. Let WMMI provide the location for you to experience the mighty Thunderbirds soaring overhead!

Museum Members are free.
Your $5.00 admission (per vehicle) benefits WMMI, thank you for supporting your local, non-profit museum.

Regular admission applies for indoor activities. Please note that online admission purchase to the museum will include the $5 per vehicle fee.
You are also able to purchase admission to the museum in person. *Timing for this event is contingent upon timing of the graduation and airshow.

  • Ryan B.

    Showed up for STEM event and left a fan. This museum is not like any other mining museum i had been to. I working blacksmith and stamp mill was a pleasant touch. Flourscent Blacklight Mineral room is also a winner. Its an affordable and educational experience that is worth the value.

Western Museum of Mining & Industry
225 North Gate Blvd
Colorado springs, Colorado 80921
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