Missouri Mines State Historic Site
Missouri Mines State Historic Site, Mining museum complex in Park Hills, Missouri.
The Missouri Mines complex features a powerhouse building converted into a museum displaying mineral collections and underground mining equipment from the Lead Belt region.
The Federal Lead Company constructed the mill in 1906, which later became part of St. Joseph Lead Company operations that produced 80% of United States lead.
The museum exhibits present the mining heritage through restored machinery, geological specimens, and educational displays that showcase the industrial development of Missouri.
The museum offers self-guided tours through labeled exhibits, with accessibility features and a gift shop selling minerals and mining memorabilia.
The site preserves Federal Mill No. 3, which processed zinc and lead ore, encompassing 64 acres of industrial heritage within the Old Lead Belt.
Location: Missouri
Inception: 1976
Website: https://mostateparks.com/park/missouri-mines-state-historic-site
GPS coordinates: 37.83830,-90.50920
Latest update: March 4, 2025 19:56
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