THE ALABAMA MINING MUSEUM

DORA, AL

The Alabama Mining Museum, located in the small town of Dora, Alabama, is a tribute to the state’s rich mining history. The museum features displays of artifacts and equipment used in the coal mining industry, as well as displays of the people who worked in the industry. The museum also houses a large collection of photographs and documents, providing a fascinating look into the lives of the miners and their families.

The museum offers visitors a walking tour, taking them through the history of Alabama coal mining, from the first discovery of coal in the early 1800s to the impact the industry had on political and economic development in the region. The tour highlights the equipment used to excavate the coal, the dangers of working in the mines, and the lives of the miners, their families, and the communities that were built around the industry.

Visitors can also explore a Coal Mine Room, which features exhibits on the history of coal mining and the tools used over the centuries. The museum also houses a full-scale replica of a coal mine shaft, allowing visitors to get an up-close look at the tools and machinery used in the industry.

The museum also offers a variety of educational programs and activities, including a coal mining summer camp and a Coal Miner’s Day, which celebrates the history of coal mining with a parade, a barbecue, and live music. The museum also features a gift shop, which offers a selection of books and souvenirs related to coal mining.

The Alabama Mining Museum is a great place to explore the history of coal mining in the state and to gain a better understanding of the industry’s impact on Alabama and the nation.

THE ALABAMA MINING MUSEUM is a History Museum in DORA AL. US MID #8400100286

The museum is classed as HST (History Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Southeastern (Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia). Total revenue from most recent IRS 990 Form: $ 64,008 from tax period 201209 (YYYYMM).

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Contact THE ALABAMA MINING MUSEUM

• telephone: 2056482442
• website: http://www.msha.gov/TRAINING/MUSEUM/AL/ALM

ALABAMA MINING MUSEUM
120 EAST ST
DORA
AL
35062-4612

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