They call our national parks “America’s Best Idea,” and rightly so. Though our parks are in need of some upgrading, and admission fees have gone up a bit, they’re still a bargain. Even more so on FREE days. The National Park Service offers the following Entrance Fee Free Days this year: September 30: National Public […]
Attractions
Explore Nature at Garden of Gods
Learn lots about local history, biology and geology at events hosted at the Garden of the Gods, our amazing city park. The nature center programs there offer 1- to 2-hour programs, including nature hikes, lectures and classes. All are FREE bur preregistration is required by calling 219-0104 or by emailing programs@gardenofgods.com. There also are FREE […]
Free Fun Awaits in National Parks
Nature Centers Cater to All Ages
El Paso County’s Fountain Creek Nature Center and Bear Creek Nature Center offer a full slate of events and activities for all ages in September, including painting, photography, volunteer training,children’s programs and a bird count. To locate them, get their schedules and fees, visit www.ElPasoCountyNatureCenters.com.
Money Museum’s Free on 3rd Saturdays
If you haven’t visited one of Colorado Springs’ unique museums, the Money Museum of the National Numismatic Association, which offers FREE admission once a month. Doors of the museum, 818 N. Cascade Ave., open at 10 a.m. that day. Explore the world of money for FREE on the third Saturday of each month. See rare and […]
FAC Lowers Prices, Increases Hours
At a time when funding and access to the arts are being reduced at both local and national levels, the Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center at Colorado College (FAC) is proud to announce reduced admission prices, special discounts, and extended hours – creating greater access for the Colorado Springs community. These changes are the first […]
Penrose Heritage Museum Showcases Hill Climb
If you love local history, one of the best attractions around is the El Pomar Penrose Heritage Museum which includes 3 galleries: the Carriage Collection, the Pikes Peak Hill Climb Experience, and the Western Heritage Collection. The Penrose Heritage Museum, is located at 11 Lake Circle, adjacent to Broadmoor Hall at The Broadmoor Hotel (next to […]
Check Out Local Libraries for Free Entertainment
The Board of El Paso County Commissioners are celebrating the ever-expanding role that local libraries play in the region by honoring Library Week 2017 that runs from April 9 through 15. The Pikes Peak Library District, which formed in 1962, served more than 3.4 million people in 2016 at its 14 branches as well as […]
Military Discounts Abundant in the Springs
Military members and their families can take advantage of uncounted discounts through a terrific local Web site, http://springsbargains.com/military-discounts/ I mean, they offer discounts on everything from auto parts to the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo. Get discounts on bikes, books, hair cuts, restaurants — you name it! The list is ever-changing, so check it often.
