Indoors | Western Mining and Railroad Museum
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The Western Mining and Railroad Museum is a railroad museum and mining museum located in Helper, Utah. The museum is housed in the Old Helper Hotel building, built in 1913–1914. The Western Mining & Railroad Museum tells the story of people who worked in the underground mines between 1880 and 1950, after discovering vast coal deposits in Castle Gate. Coal mining camps sprang up in the surrounding mountains, and immigrants from over 27 different countries flocked to the area, infusing the cultures of their homelands with their new world. The museum tells of their experience, and holds treasures for young and old alike. Enjoy model trains, themed rooms with real artifacts, views of modern working trains, and a fun gift shop.
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Fees: None
Recommended Ages:
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 | 20-49 |
 | 50-69 |
 | 70+ |
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Links: http://www.castlecountry.com/Attraction-Helper-Western-and-Railroad-Museum
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By Jeremy Dye
I stopped at the Western Mining and Railroad Museum on my way home from a work meeting in Price. I had gone earlier in the year but didn't have enough time to see everything, so I went back and wandered through the rooms I didn't have time for before.
By Jeremy Dye
I stopped at the Western Mining and Railroad Museum on my way to Price. I wasn't sure what to expect because it seems like a lot of small town museums are not very good, but this museum exceeded all expectations. I had to go very quickly through the rooms because I didn't leave myself enough time to appreciate it properly. I'll definitely have to drop in again.
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Road Access is Paved
Access Road is 2WD Accessible