Upper Big Branch Miners Memorial
A memorial in coal country commemorating the 29 victims of a preventable mining disaster and honoring first responders.

šŸ“œ A permanent memorial to the twenty-nine victims of the Upper Big Branch Coal Mine disaster that occurred on April 5, 2010.
šŸ” Features a 48-foot long granite monument with life-size silhouettes of the miners and a bronze tribute to first responders.

Why Go

šŸ™ Pay tribute to the victims and courageous first responders
šŸ“– Learn about Appalachian coal mining history and the disaster's impact
šŸžļø Find intimate spaces for quiet contemplation within the memorial park
šŸ“ Easily accessible and visible from the highway

Tips

šŸ“… Wreaths are placed annually around April 5th to commemorate the anniversary

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