Join us at the Western Museum of Mining & Industry for an exciting, fun-filled weekend. Witness hundreds of operating, quality engineered and handcrafted scale model turbines, airplane engines, trains, & more! Hear the sounds of antique stationary engines and historic tractors, and watch lathe & milling demonstrations. Be amazed by the operation of the Museum's multi-ton steam engines and mining equipment including its 1920 Osgood Steam shovel and aspects of its 1890's Yellow Jacket II Gold Ore Processing Stamp Mill. Additionally, visitors will be able to participate in the following activities: Museum tours, Keep-What-You-Find Gold Panning, hayrides and more! Picnic grounds and a food vendor are onsite. Admission ranges from $8-$4. Save with a Membership! Call (719) 488-0880 for further information.
Location: Located in northern Colorado Springs, just off I-25 at the Gleneagle exit, #156A. Across from the north entrance to the US Air Force Academy.