Getting ready forthe Western Museum of Mining and Industry.
A mining museum off I-25 at North Gate Blvd, with working steam engines, a walk-through mine drift, a glowing mineral display and gold panning for everyone. The machines are loud when they run, and they run only during the two daily tours.
“When machines are operating, it can be quite loud. Hearing protection recommended for those with sensitivities.”
“Our historic machinery runs during our two daily tours and private group tours. When it's not operating, QR codes next to each machine let you see it in operation with audio anytime.”
“Guided tours take place at 10 am and 1 pm.” “Tour capacity is limited and on a first come first serve basis. Advance reservations for tours are not accepted. Tours last approximately one hour.”
The Fluorescent Mineral Display uses “Powerful UV lighting” so “every stone shimmers.”
“Individuals under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.”
The quietest choice is visiting outside the 10 am and 1 pm tours, when the machines are still.
Bring your own hearing protection; the museum recommends it.
Admission: $14 adult, $7 child 4 to 12, $9 student 13 and up, free for children 3 and under with a paid adult.
Gold panning is included with admission. A video teaches how, and the equipment is there for you.
The museum also shows movies about mining history, included with admission.
Louder or brighter
Working machines during the 10 am and 1 pm tours (the museum says it can be quite loud)not stated
Fluorescent Mineral Display (bright UV light)not stated
Quieter
Outside tour times, with the QR videosquiet zone
The Reynolds Ranch House is a separate 30-minute tour on Mondays, by reservation. Only the first floor is ADA accessible, and the stairs to the second floor are steep and narrow.
The museum has accessible parking and allows service animals.
Indoor exhibits include a walk-through mine drift, the 1895 Corliss steam engine and other working machines.
