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Mollie Kathleen Gold Mine Tour
Secure Anthony's Future in Memory of Patrick
Patricks brother John has created a gofundme site for Patrick’s Son Anthony
Recently the Mollie Kathleen experienced a tragic event.
We would like to send our prayers and condolences to everyone involved .
We would also like to thank all of the first responders and emergency personnel who helped us through such a difficult time.
The Mollie Kathleen will be closed until further notice
Descend 1000 feet in America's Only Vertical Shaft Gold Mine Tour
Experience the "Old West" as it was for hard rock gold miners of "The World’s Greatest Gold Camp," Cripple Creek, Colorado.
Really get into Colorado on this 1 hour tour
- Vertically descend 100 stories into the earth.
- Witness the evolution of underground mining.
- View gold veins in their natural state.
- Ride an underground tram air locomotive.
- Experience the sights and sounds of mining equipment.
- Less then a quarter mile of flat and level walking required.
Free Gold Ore
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FREE GOLD ORE SAMPLE
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The Argo Mill and Tunnel is the #1 Attraction in Idaho Springs
Experience Our Shared Heritage
Experience the wonder of ingenuity, technology, and entrepreneurial spirit that is the Argo Mill & Tunnel.
Situated in Historic Idaho Springs in the heart of Colorado Gold Country sits the Mighty Argo Mill and Tunnel, one of the most striking and prominent Heritage Landmarks in the American West. The Argo is a central character in the story of the Colorado gold-rush, and remains one of the largest, most well-preserved historic gold mills in the world.
Tripadvisor® recommends the Argo Mill and Tunnel Tour as the #1 thing to do in Idaho Springs for its history, authenticity, and hands-on experience.
Discover a Treasure of the American West
The monumental Argo Mill stands over 110’ tall and processed over $100 million of gold ore – 2.6 trillion in 2020 dollars. On your tour of the mill and tunnel, you will be immersed in the spirit that defined the Victorian Industrial Revolution.
A National Historic Landmark
The Argo Mill and Tunnel is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and continues to be one of the region’s most recognizable landmarks.
Catch Gold Fever
This is a real affliction! Known remedies include panning for gold, learning about milling techniques, and being inspired by the remarkable guile of the prospectors that came before.
Your visit to the Argo Mill and Tunnel includes…
A brief orientation from your guide on the dramatic history of the site and region.
A glimpse inside the portal of the Argo Tunnel
A journey through a site and structure chock full of incredible objects and the stories behind them
Coming face to face with massive, original equipment from the turn of the century
Panning for Gold or Gems – release your inner prospector
A Mercantile brimming with sundries, mementos and an extensive retail library of guides and publications
So much more than another mine tour – you will experience a comprehensive look at how the gold mining industry drove the wealth and prosperity of the United States
#1 Visitor Attraction
The “mighty argo” attracts guests from every state and from across the solar system..
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We tend to sell out tours in the busy months. To guarantee your spot on the tour, book a tour online before your visit. Click the BOOK NOW button in the upper right-hand corner of the website to view the tour schedule. BOOK NOW!
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