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Sterling Hill Mining Museum
About Sterling Hill Mining Museum
Sterling Hill Mining Museum digs deep into the world of mining, with tours for families and their kids to really immerse themselves in this geological mystery!
Once the Sterling Hill zinc mine, it now offers two hour tours (including one hour deep into the earth!) and exposes you to the Museum of Fluorescence gives you a "glow in the dark" experience as you are surrounded by all the fluorescent materials that can be found down there! You get to travel in a super fun open ore car, and suspended above you are long wave ultraviolet lamps which are actually fluorescing the materials! You can even do it to yourself - perhaps you want glow in the dark teeth or nails!?
Get ready to transform yourself into a super hero! (Little kids might be a bit unnerved so make sure you have a word with them about what is about to happen before you enter!)
Your tour also gets you to the main part of the mine, and a visit to the exhibit halls packed with items and gadgets you might have never seen before! Can you guess what they would all be used for? You can also explore the extensive outdoor displays of mining machinery - can you imagine having to use all of that every day? It's hard work!
Kids can also get their geology hat on in the Rock Discovery Center where they can dig for 6 different types of rock - and anything they uncover they get to keep! In the digging mood, there is the Fossil Discovery Center where they can also look for relics of the past. What do you think they all would have been back when they existed on the earth?
From the underground to the universe, those star gazers can attend their monthly night viewings in the Astronomical Observatory! Can you see all the craters on the moon? Maybe you can even spot Mars!
They also offer birthday parties if you wanted to celebrate your big day in a really cool and unique way!
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Suggest editAdults $14
Children $11 (Ages 4 - 12)
Free Under 4 years
Last Update 2023
Discount Seniors $13
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Sterling Hill Mining Museum FAQ’s
I’m Hungry! Can I get food at Sterling Hill Mining Museum?
They do have a snack bar in the main building that sells an assortment of drinks, snacks, and some hot food for your convenience.
Hot items include personal pizzas, corn dogs, Jamaican beef patties, Sabrett hot dogs, and miners' pasties (Cornish meat pies, a traditional miner's lunch).
Any top tips when visiting?
Regardless of the weather it is a cool 56° in the mine, so make sure you bring with you a light jacket or sweater! even in summer. Sturdy footwear is also a good idea.
Does Sterling Hill Mining Museum have a gift shop?
Of course there is a gift shop! Allow time at the end to see what cool gems you can pick up! Gift Shop is open every day from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Teachers corner
They have fascinating education programs covering topics like geology and mineralogy. They provide programs for teachers of grades 3 - 12, both on and off site. Make sure you have a chat with them on what you need so they can help!
Does Sterling Hill Mining Museum have healthy eating or Vegan options?
Many visitors opt to bring their own food, and you can enjoy it at the picnic tables!
Is Sterling Hill Mining Museum fully accessible?
All areas of the mine your have been designed for easy access. The entrance is on flat, concrete pavement. Visitors then have a long, gentle decline. Ramps are available in other areas, as well as handicapped accessible restrooms.
Any additonal information?
You need to be part of a guided tour for the mines, but feel free to view the outdoor exhibits on the parking lot level on your own.
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