National Mining Hall of Fame and Museum

719-486-1229

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The Museum | Hall of Fame | Gift Shop | Convention Center | Hours & Rates

The only federally chartered mining museum in the USA, the NMHFM is the showcase of American Mining. More than 20,000 sq. ft. of exhibit space displays one of the most comprehensive mining memorabilia, equipment and mineral collections in North America. As a monument to the memory of the men and women who pioneered the discovery, development and processing of our nation's natural resources, we guarantee a fascinating experience for the whole family.

"Nowhere is the mining industry, past and present, better displayed than at the National Mining Hall of Fame & Museum in Leadville, Colorado." - Persimmon Hill National Cowboy Hall of Fame & Western Heritage Center.

THE MUSEUM

The National Mining Hall of Fame and Museum is located in the famous 1880's silver mining boomtown of Leadville, Colorado, the highest incorporated city in the USA. The area is rich in history, including ghost towns and remnants of former mining glory. Leadville itself was the heart of a large silver boom, and historic characters such as Horace and Elizabeth "Baby Doe" Tabor, Doc Holiday, the "unsinkable" Molly Brown and others, once called it home. The town retains many of the original Victorian buildings from that era, and the surrounding Rocky Mountain scenery is picturesque to say the least.

The Museum boasts a variety of exhibit catered to all ages. Highlights includes life-size, historic replica mines, extensive gem and mineral collections, scale models of mines, towns and railroads, interactive exhibits, educational displays, dioramas, and many fine pieces of artwork from world renown artists.

HALL OF FAME

The NMHFM is proud to be the home of the National Mining Hall of Fame where men and woman who have made indelible contributions to the extraction industry are honored and their stories told. Inductees are selected from the full list of candidates and are then inducted at the annual banquet. Their engraved photographs and biographies are placed in the National Mining Hall of Fame and Museum.

ART GALLERY & GIFT SHOP

The Mother Lode Art Gallery & Gift Shop is your stop for fine mementos and unique gifts. The book nook has educational and entertaining books on mining and the mountains of yesterday and today, while our selection of children items will entertain for hours. Our large selection of fine jewelry and minerals promises you'll find something for all tastes. Artwork, including painting, photography, jewelry and pottery, is provided by regional artists featuring mountain, mining and historical themes.

CONVENTION CENTER

CONVENTION CENTER: Available for weddings, conferences, meetings, and more! Let us help you plan your next meeting, convention or dinner! From our meeting rooms to our spacious 5,000 square foot Ballroom, we have the facilities to host your next event at the beautiful and historic grounds of the National Mining Hall of Fame and Museum.

HOURS & RATES:

Open daily: Summer (Memorial Day Weekend - October 31) 9 am - 5 pm and Winter 11 am - 6 pm

Rates: Adults $7; Seniors 65+ $6; Teen 13 - 18; Children 6 - 12 $3; children under 6 FREE

120 West 9th Street, PO Box 981, Leadville CO 80461; 719-486-1229.

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