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Your Donations Make an Impact

The National Mining Hall of Fame and Museum relies on donations to continue to enlighten the world about how mining impacts our lives. By making a donation, you are contributing not only to the maintenance and upkeep of the Museum and the Matchless Mine Historic Site, you are also making an impact on our staff, our collections, our public programming, and more. Making a donation today will help fund:

  • Accessibility improvements, ensuring every visitor can experience the museum.
  • Historic site preservation to protect and stabilize our historic buildings.
  • Energy-efficient upgrades to create a more sustainable museum.
  • Digital enhancements, improving online access and engagement.
  • Collection preservation to save our artifacts for future generations.
  • Education and community programs, giving others the chance to learn and engage with the past, present, and future.

 

Ways to Give

There are many ways to give. Looking for some unique ways to support us? You may want to consider giving:

  • Stock
  • Bonds
  • Real Estate
  • Cryptocurrency
  • Sponsor a Project
  • Support our Annual Gala

 

For more information, please contact our Development Officer:

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Our Operations Depend on Contributions

Our operations and growth depend on contributions made by people just like you. Though we are a federally chartered non-profit, we receive no regular support from local, state, or national governmental agencies. Please consider preserving history, educating future generations, and promoting learning through a membership, donation, or visit today.

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Join Us!

Become a Member

Want to become a member? We would love to have you! With exclusive perks like a Gift Shop discount and a quarterly newsletter, your membership isn’t just a slip of paper.

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Support Our Mission

Donate

We educate the public about mining and its people, promote understanding about its role in the development of our modern society, and inspire curiosity about the future of mining and mining practices. Help us achieve our goals to enlighten the world about how mining impacts our lives.

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Join Our Team

Volunteer

Interested in giving us the gift of time? We would love to welcome you onto our team as a volunteer! We have a variety of volunteer opportunities for you to choose from.

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Come See Our Exhibits

Buy Tickets

Your ticket to the National Mining Hall of Fame and Museum helps us preserve our collections, educate the public, and provide public programming. Visit us today!

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The Museum at Home

Gift Shop

From geology specimens, to books, to stationary, and more, the gift shop has the right gift for any occasion.