Guided Mine Tour & Train Ride
About
A tour of the Bevans mine covers over 100 years of local lead and zinc mining history that puts California’s gold rush in the shadows! Put your inner excavator into action as you explore a vast collection of regional mining artifacts on this guided Mine Tour & Train Ride. It’s among the largest mine in the Upper Midwest.
Learn about the local miners and how they worked with a class of sediment-hosted lead-zinc ore deposits known by geologists as Mississippi Valley Type (MVT) deposits. This special type continues to be researched and discovered today.
Find out how local mining led to the establishment of Wisconsin as the Badger State. Dive deep into the cultural history via exhibits from the one-man collection of folk historian Rollo Jamison. They’ll give you a good idea of rural life in southwestern Wisconsin from its pioneer era through the 20th century.
What's Included
- 1-hour guided mine tour and self-guided tour of all interior and exhibits
- Use of standard hard hat
- A ride on a 1931 Whitcomb mine train through the lovely three-acre outdoor museum campus
What's Not Included
- Your own personal hat to take home
Must Know
There are 90 steps to enter and exit the mine. A video version of the tour is available for those unable to navigate stairs. The interior of the museum is fully accessible.
Good to Know
The Museum is open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. from May through October. Mine tours depart at 10:30 a.m., 12 p.m., 1:30 p.m., and 3 p.m. Light jackets or sweatshirts and closed-toe shoes are recommended.
Instructions
On-site usage
Check in at the front desk at the main Museum entrance and Museum staff will direct you to the tour meeting location.
After your visit
Please check in at the Museum Store to exchange your Guided Mine Tour & Train Ride voucher for a ticket.
Meeting Point
Reschedule and cancellation policy
Cancel for free until 1 day before your scheduled timeslot and get a full refund.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I cancel or reschedule my booking?
Yes, you can cancel your booking up to 1 day before your scheduled timeslot to receive a full refund.
How much time should I plan for this experience?
You should expect to spend approximately 1 h exploring The Mining & Rollo Jamison Museums.
How much do tickets cost?
Tickets for Guided Mine Tour & Train Ride start from $6.00.
Do I need to print my tickets?
No, printing is not required for Guided Mine Tour & Train Ride. You can simply show the digital ticket on your smartphone when you arrive.
How long does it take to receive my tickets?
You will receive your Guided Mine Tour & Train Ride tickets instantly via email right after your booking is confirmed.
Free Cancellation
Cancel for free until 1 day before your scheduled timeslot and get a full refund.
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