The Western Museum of Mining and Industry can be found a little ways north of Colorado Springs on Interstate 25. This is a museum that gives a good overview of the mining industry from its earliest days to the present.
Considerable historic equipment is preserved.
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| This steam shovel is operated in the summer using compressed air to power it. |
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| Many examples of minerals are on display |
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| Panning for gold is fun for all ages |
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| Cross section of mine workings |
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| I was surprised to see the temperature at which dynamite freezes. |
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| Model of a stamp mill showing all of the major components |
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| A beautiful piece of machinery |
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| I like this picture! |
That cross section of a mine was really well done. I also like the last picture.
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