LAST CHANCE MINING MUSEUM

JUNEAU, AK

Mendenhall Lake in Juneau, Alaska
Mendenhall Lake in Juneau, Alaska Credit: Peter Ciro Photography

The Last Chance Mining Museum in Juneau, AK is a must-see for history buffs and outdoor enthusiasts alike. The museum exhibits the tools and artifacts of the miners who once worked in the area. The museum also showcases the history of the area, including the Juneau gold rush, the life of miners, and the history of the local Tlingit people.

The museum is located in the basement of the historic Juneau Hotel, built in 1915. Visitors can walk around the museum and view the various artifacts and displays, which include tools and equipment used by miners, photographs, maps, and documents. There are also interactive displays that demonstrate the processes of gold mining and the tools used to do so.

The museum also houses a replica of the original Last Chance Mining Company, which operated from 1895 to 1904. The replica is a two-story structure, complete with a mill, mine shaft, and a bunkhouse. Visitors can explore the structure, learning how miners lived and how they worked.

The Last Chance Mining Museum also hosts a variety of events and programs throughout the year. These include lectures, workshops, and walking tours. Visitors can also take part in gold panning demonstrations and even try their hand at gold panning.

The Last Chance Mining Museum is a great way to learn about the history of the Juneau area and the people who lived and worked there. It's a great way to explore the area and appreciate its rich past.

LAST CHANCE MINING MUSEUM is a Uncategorized or General Museum in JUNEAU AK. US MID #8400200018

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).

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LAST CHANCE MINING MUSEUM
1001 BASIN RD
JUNEAU
AK
99801

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LAST CHANCE MINING MUSEUM Information

MID # 8400200018
Name LAST CHANCE MINING MUSEUM
Alternate Name
Classification Uncategorized or General Museums, , Western
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN)
NTEECC
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM)
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 58.308336, -134.392587
CODES FIPS State Code: 02
FIPS County Code: 110
US Census Tract: 000500
US Census Block: 2006