ROCKY MOUNTAIN RAILWAY AND MINING MUSEU

YREKA, CA

The Rocky Mountain Railway and Mining Museum is a historic museum located in the city of Yreka, California. The museum is dedicated to preserving the history of the region's mining and railway industries. It is housed in a restored 1880s railroad depot, which has been converted into a museum.

The museum features a collection of artifacts, photographs, and exhibits that tell the story of the region's railway and mining history. Visitors can view a variety of mining equipment, including drills, shovels, and ore carts. There are also displays showcasing the tools and techniques used by early miners to extract gold and other minerals from the area's rich deposits.

In addition to the mining exhibits, the museum also has a collection of vintage railroad equipment, including locomotives, rail cars, and other equipment. Visitors can explore the inside of an old caboose, see a steam locomotive up close, and learn about the history of local railroads.

The Rocky Mountain Railway and Mining Museum is staffed by knowledgeable volunteers who are passionate about the history of the region. They are happy to answer questions and provide information about the exhibits. The museum is open to the public year-round and is a popular destination for tourists and locals alike.

ROCKY MOUNTAIN RAILWAY AND MINING MUSEU is a Uncategorized or General Museum in YREKA CA. US MID #8400602100

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Western (Alaska, Arizona, California, Hawaii, Idaho, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington). Total revenue from most recent IRS 990 Form: $ 813 from tax period 201012 (YYYYMM).

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ROCKY MOUNTAIN RAILWAY AND MINING MUSEUM LTD
300 MINER ST
YREKA
CA
96097

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