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Review & FAQ:

  • What is the World Museum of Mining?
    • The World Museum of Mining is dedicated to preserving the history of mining and educating visitors about the industry’s impact.
  • Where is the museum located?
    • The museum is located at the Orphan Girl Mine, an inactive silver and zinc mine in Butte, Montana.
  • Are there any original structures still at the mine?
    • Yes! Some of the original structures are still visible, including the head frame and the Hoist House, which contains original mining equipment and museum exhibits.
  • Does the museum have underground exhibits?
    • Yes! The museum features an underground exhibit where visitors can experience what it was like to live and work as a miner in the 1860s.
  • What is the re-created mining town?
    • The museum has a realistic and historically accurate re-created mining town that includes fifteen historic structures and over thirty buildings built using old materials.

World Museum of Mining, 155 Museum Way, Butte, MT 59701, Phone: 406-723-7211

World Museum of Mining
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Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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