THE YANKEE FORK GOLD DREDGE ASSOCIATION INC

CHALLIS, ID

The Yankee Fork Gold Dredge Association Inc. is a non-profit organization dedicated to the preservation and interpretation of the Yankee Fork Gold Dredge. The organization was founded in 1984 by a handful of local Challis, Idaho residents with a shared interest in the dredge’s history and its contribution to the area.

The dredge, which was built in 1940, worked the Yankee Fork for sixteen years, extracting gold from the riverbed. The dredge was eventually abandoned and left to the elements, with only its superstructure remaining. The association was formed to preserve the remaining structure and to educate the public about the dredge’s significance.

Today, the association offers tours of the remaining dredge structure, as well as educational programs about the local mining history and geology. They also host a variety of special events throughout the year, including a summer concert series and a holiday light show. Visitors to the association’s website can also find information about local events and resources, as well as news and updates about the dredge.

The association is committed to preserving the history of the Yankee Fork Gold Dredge and educating the public about its impact on the local community. With its dedicated team of volunteers, the association is helping to ensure that this important piece of Idaho history is preserved for future generations.

THE YANKEE FORK GOLD DREDGE ASSOCIATION INC is a Uncategorized or General Museum in CHALLIS ID. US MID #8401600194

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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THE YANKEE FORK GOLD DREDGE ASSOCIATION INC
PO BOX 1321
CHALLIS
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83226

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