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Black Hills Mining Museum

For more than a century, gold mining has been the #1 industry in Lead and in the Northern Black Hills. Now that gold mining heritage is cleverly depicted in the Black Hills Mining Museum. The museum features a simulated underground level of the Homestake Gold Mine - the only comprehensive look at both early-day and modern underground mining to be found in the Black Hills. This exhibit was created by over 140 miners and former mine employees and traces the history of mining at Homestake from…

  • Managed by: Smithsonian Institution Affiliations Program
  • Coordinates: 44.3519, -103.766

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Frequently asked questions

Is Black Hills Mining Museum reservable?

Black Hills Mining Museum is primarily first-come, first-served. Use the availability view to gauge how busy it is before you go.

Where is Black Hills Mining Museum?

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How do I book a campsite at Black Hills Mining Museum?

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