Missouri Mines State Historic Site

Nice, quick, cheap stop

We enjoyed our visit here. I mostly enjoyed looking at all the rock samples inside the museum. My husband and son had a good time examining everything mine-related. The ladies who worked there were ve...

Not as good as I anticipated

So, the museum itself was pretty good. Very informative. They also have an old film you can watch. I was disappointed that there was no way to go into and see the big old buildings that you see fro...

Step outside to a dangerous era

Mark gave us a good overview and explanation of the two-sides of the museum: machinery on one side and primarily an introductory film and minerals on the other. We watched the short 12-minute introd...

Great stop

First time to visit this mine and museum. It was very interesting and informative. We were greeted by a super friendly man who was knowledgeable and willing to share. The equipment was great to see. ...

There's more here than just an old mine building

Yes there's more! There is a fantastic new gun range which is to your right on the way in. It's called Sgt.Darrell S. Cole Memorial Shooting Range. There's a red metal gate with a sign that has the ho...