CELEBRATING 55 YEARS
Education
A Tale of Two Greenstones
Join us for an engaging and educational program addressing a largely forgotten but highly significant chapter of Manitou Springs history. Colorado Spring Mineralogical Society member Tina Cox will explain how her experience in learning about metamorphic greenstone in Alaska ultimately led her to discover Manitou Greenstone – a unique stone found exclusively in a small section of Manitou Springs which played a huge role in the building of that town. Learn the history and geology of the stone that was used to build Miramont Castle, the Manitou post office and dozens of other notable structures throughout both Manitou and Colorado Springs.
Both rock hounds and history buffs are bound to enjoy this intriguing presentation. You’ll be shocked to discover the history that has been hidden in plain view since the late 1800’s.
Lecturer Biography: While Tina’s academic and professional background is in space and missile systems engineering rather than geology, she has been passionate about rocks since childhood. While this hobby was put on hold for many years of working and raising a family, semi-retirement brought her the time to get involved with the Colorado Springs Mineralogical Society and reignite her old passion.
Each monthly session will feature a different STEM or Colorado History topic where we explore in the classroom, in the museum and throughout the historic Museum Campus.
We do require that a supervising adult be present, but you may work together with other Homeschool families to coordinate supervision. Students of outlying ages/abilities may receive other age-appropriate activities. For further inquires, please speak with our Education Coordinator at education@wmmi.org.
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.
COS Culture Passport Kickoff - Featuring family-friendly activities!
Saturday, May 30 @ The Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum
10:00 a.m.- 2:00 p.m.
Free – Please RSVP
The Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum and Visit Colorado Springs are proud to present the COS Culture Passport. The community is invited to join us on Saturday, May 30 for the official launch of this digital passport program inspired by the America 250/Colorado 150 commemorations. Kickoff your summer history & cultural adventure at this special event featuring family-friendly activities presented by the regional passport sites.
COS Culture Passport is sponsored by City of Colorado Springs LART
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.
