Quecreek Mine Rescue Site
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The site commemorates the 2002 rescue of nine miners trapped underground for over 77 hours after breaching an abandoned mine.

šŸ“œ Memorial park and educational center dedicated to the 2002 Quecreek Mine rescue.
šŸ” Nine miners were trapped for 77 hours, 240 feet underground, after breaching an abandoned mine.

Why Go

ā›ļø Learn about a miraculous mine rescue
šŸš¶ Walk up to the actual rescue shaft
šŸ—æ See a seven-foot-tall bronze coal miner statue
šŸ—£ļø Hear personal stories and presentations

Why Avoid

ā„ļø Educational Visitors Center closed seasonally

Tips

šŸ“… Check website for current hours, especially for the Visitors Center.
šŸ“ž Call ahead for bus tours or group visits.

Cost

šŸ’° Adults $8.00, Veterans $7.00, children 5 and under FREE.

Hours

šŸ•’ Memorial Park (outdoor) daily dawn-dusk; Visitors Center closed seasonally (reopens April 1st).

šŸ…æļø Parking

Free parking available on site.

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