📜 Preserving the heritage of southwestern Wisconsin, this museum offers tours of an 1845 lead and zinc mine and exhibits on regional history.
🔍 Features a 1931 mine train ride and the unique collection of folk historian Rollo Jamison.

Why Go

⛏️ Descend 90 stairs into a real 1845 lead and zinc mine.
🚂 Ride a historic 1931 mine train (weather permitting).
📚 Discover fascinating regional history, cultural exhibits, and Rollo Jamison's unique collection.
🏞️ Enjoy outdoor greenspace and historic buildings.

Why Avoid

🗓️ Main museum tours are only available seasonally, May through October.

Tips

👷 Don a hard hat for the mine tour.
♿ Mine tour involves 90 stairs, consider accessibility.
⏰ Mine tours depart four times daily.
💻 Online registration is suggested for some special events.

Cost

💰 Event prices vary: $20 General for Museum After Dark, $6 for Winter Speaker Series, $5-10 for Mini Golf, $65+ for Miners Ball.

Hours

🕒 In season (May-October): Daily, 10:00 a.m.

• 5:00 p.m. Off season (November-April): Closed for tours, special programs available.

🅿️ Parking Street parking available, handicap/bus parking behind museums.

🚻 Toilets Restrooms included.