Kentucky Mine Museum

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100 Kentucky Mine Rd
Sierra City, CA 96125

The Kentucky Mine Museum in Sierra City, CA offers visitors a unique glimpse into the gold-seeking miners' world during the late 19th century in the Sierra City mining region. The museum boasts a dramatic tour experience that includes a close encounter with an operating stamp mill, providing an immersive look into the day-to-day life of hard rock mining.

Located on Highway 49 near Sierra City, the Kentucky Mine and Museum is open seasonally from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend, welcoming families to explore the rich history of California's gold rush era. With family-friendly pricing, guided tours of the gold mine and stamp mill are offered twice daily, allowing visitors to witness the sights and sounds of a bygone era.

For a day-in-the-life of a gold rush miner experience, guests can enjoy the engaging tours and interactive exhibits, providing a memorable outing for all ages. Whether marveling at the historical artifacts or learning about the region's mining legacy, a visit to the Kentucky Mine Museum promises an educational and entertaining adventure for history enthusiasts and families alike.

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5.06 reviews
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Jersey_Mike P.
7/31/2023

Visited on Saturday 7-29-23. Just happened to be taking a scenic drive on Hwy 49 and saw their sign at the driveway. Very surprised at the great condition of the buildings. Our tour guide was...

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JoAnne L.
8/8/2022

Excellent museum. Small, but extremely informative displays. The person who lead the tour was very knowledgeable and made the tour come alive. Highly recommended for families - especially those...

Chris H.
9/5/2021

This is a must if you want to know more about hard rock mining. My family owned the Kentucky mine and mill and we are so happy that it belongs to Sierra County! I have been going there for over 66...

Lois B.
8/29/2019

Our family was camping nearby, and we stopped in to take the tour. The pre-teen granddaughters had visited last year, and were eager to share the experience with us. Friendly and engaging tour...

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C S.
8/1/2016

My husband and I really enjoyed our visit to the Kentucky Mine Museum! Admission was just $1 and there are so many relics and historic items from the gold rush. You can walk around and see the...

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