Lecture Series, Workshops, Art Exhibits and More at the Western Museum of Mining and Industry
7/29/2009
Friday August 7
Plein Air Art Exhibit Reception
5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
FREE and open to the public.
Reception to include a Plein Air demonstration, light Hors d' Oeuvres and beverages. The displayed artwork was painted by artists from the Palmer Lake Art Group and depicts scenes from the 27 acres of beautiful museum property. This special summer exhibit is on display through August 28th. RSVP for reception by August 5th to WWW.RSVP@WMMI.ORG or call (719) 488-0880
September 17
Thursday: Heritage Lecture Series
2009 marks the 150th anniversary of the Colorado Gold Rush. To continue this celebration, we have invited Dr. Laurence Jankowski to show and discuss his film "Gold in Colorado". Heritage Lectures are free and open to the public. Sponsored by Strategic Financial Partners. Lecture begins 7:00 p.m.
September 26
Saturday: Quarterly Workshop
1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
The first in a series of workshops designed to teach through hands-on activities. This workshop will take an in-depth look at Halloween Make-up. Assisted by the make-up artists from the Haunted Mines, participants will explore the products, origins and application techniques used in various looks. Admission $10 per participant. Reservations requested RSVP@WMMI.ORG or call (719) 488-0880
The Western Museum of Mining & Industry
225 North Gate Blvd. (I-25 Exit 156 A)
Colorado Springs, CO 80921
(719) 488-0880
For more information, go to the Western Museum of Mining and Industry's website at www.wmmi.org
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