Carly M.
11/6/2019
My Grandfather actually worked as a coal miner in this mine. My parents and I have wanted to visit for many years. We called several months in advance to schedule our tour . Our tour started at...
Portal 31 Mine Tour
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Portal 31 Cir
Lynch, KY 40855
The Portal 31 Underground Mine Tour, located in Lynch, Kentucky, offers visitors a unique opportunity to explore an actual coal mine by railcar, complemented by animated exhibits that illustrate the history and significance of coal mining in the region. This renovated attraction features knowledgeable guides who introduce guests to the rich heritage of the coal industry and the miners who dedicated their lives to it.
Outside the mine, guests can find a black granite monument honoring John L. Lewis, the long-time president of the United Mine Workers, as well as a memorial to miners who lost their lives in mining accidents. Additionally, the site includes a 1920s lamp house, bathhouse, and a walking tour that showcases the history of the Portal 31 mining complex, which was once the largest of its kind in Harlan County and the world during its peak production.
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Bruce K.
7/13/2020
Stopped by on my way to elsewhere and had a nice look around. Unfortunately, it seems that the tour is not running (or it's running really late) because of COVID. Still, there was enough to see to...
Josh K.
7/3/2021
We took this tour with a large family group. We were pleasantly surprised by the tour. Everyone highly enjoyed the tour and the guide was great. The museum down the street is a nice addition to...
Todd H.
4/19/2015
My wife and I visited the Portal 31 mineshaft on a whim while on a road trip from North Carolina. It was an interesting enough experience, but what made our trip memorable was having a working...
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