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Team Behind The Team

paralympics
exhibits
arts & dance
community

Organized by The U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum

(MDT)

Location:

200 South Sierra Madre Street, Colorado SpringsCO80903US (map)

Description

Experience the Home of the Olympic and Paralympic Legacy




Starting Line Saturdays is a monthly event that happens on the first Saturday of each month, during which guests can participate in athlete meet-and-greets, artifact demonstrations, and museum trivia. Athlete Meet and Greets // 12 – 1 p.m. Jenny Arthur, Olympic weightlifter, will be doing a meet and greet with guests from 12 – 1 p.m.  Artifact Demonstrations // 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Experience the history, triumphs, and inspiring stories behind some of the most iconic items from past Games. Team Behind The Team Discussion // 1 – 2 p.m. Guests will gain an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at what drives Team USA’s success. Team members from the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Committee, the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Training Center, Olympic City USA, and various National Governing Bodies will visit the museum to share insights into their roles and how they contribute to Team USA’s success. Join us for a special session with Bernard Sandoval, Colorado Springs sports artist and Olympic City USA Taskforce member, as he shares his journey and techniques for capturing the spirit and energy of sports through oil painting. You can learn more about this event here. Museum Trivia // All-day Go through the museum and test your knowledge with museum trivia! Examine artifacts on display, interact with the guest experience team, and learn more about what makes Team USA so special.

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