bisbee mining & historical museum

ay488

A very small museum, but the exhibits were well done. They provided a lot of great information about mining and the history of Bisbee. The people are friendly and helpful. Definitely worth the time and money.

henryd673

This museum was very well done, especially for a small town. It was well laid out and presented some very interesting information. It is a must see for anyone visiting Bisbee.

876sallyl

My husband and I both enjoyed the museum. Much to learn and lots of pictures of the times when the town was all about mining.

mosaiclover

My husband and I visited the Bisbee, AZ museum in March. This was our first stop in Bisbee andI'm glad we went here first. The museum showcases the mining aspect in the Bisbee area and you will learn so much of this historic and beautiful town. There is a small admission (Senior admission is available) and the exhibits are high quality and well done. This is a must see.

pooh219

I have been to many museums and this ranks up there with the best of them. It is very well done and is a great use of the old Phelps-Dodge Company administration building. Unfortunately, we didn't allow enough time to fully explore the museum before our Copper Queen Mine tour. I look forward to going back and exploring it in depth.

TrudyP195

My husband and I decided to tour this museum while walking around Bisbee. It is a very interesting place to walk around and with my husband being an underground miner, he could explain to me how much mining has changed over the years. The exhibits were well put together. It has a nice little gift shop with something to make everyone happy. The only thing that I wish was that we could have spend more time there.

GinkaMG

This museum packs a lot of info into a small space. The first floor gives you all you need to know about the mining of copper in Bisbee. The second floor shows how it was done in more modern times and there are many beautiful samples of different kinds of ore/rocks/minerals taken from the mine. Very well done.

USAF-Pilot-Lady

This is a museum where you can nearly read everything, yet not feel overwhelmed. Especially interesting was the first floor.

Woolite-13

We wandered into this museum on a whim and were not disappointed, there was a large collection of fashion items from the turn of the century as well as lots of donations from local houses. including typewriters and all kinds of examples of early technology.Worth stopping in and looking around if you are walking by.

Cchap38

Museum very interesting and docents very well informed. Would have loved to have been able to buy a museum book with all the info

gerdina1947

This museum is a worthwhile visit, especially on a cold and rainy day. A great mine facsimile with authentic sounds etc. lots is information and pictures about the history of the mining in Bisbee.

OliverS934

The Phelps Dodge company developed the copper mining in the area. Bisbee was called the "Queen of the Copper Camps", and rightly so. All you have to do is take a look at the Lavender Pit and you'll realize what it was like in the old times. This is probably the best museum I have seen covering mining exploits at the end of the 19th Century. And I've been to places, including Butte, Montana, all the gold towns in Nevada & CA and the silver and gold mines in Colorado. It's comprehensive, it's educational, it's not biased in any direction. It is also associated with the Smithsonian Institution. I am not sure this is good, but hey, if they get money , it's OK! Admission is absolutely worth it. You are not going to get a ticket or even receipt, but don't be alarmed: this seems to be the trend in Bisbee:I have not been able to get a receipt (or a business card!) from any of the restaurants/ bars/museums/ attractions I patronized. I wonder why...

Lever212

The enterprising management of the Bisbee Mining and Historical Museum managed to secure Smithsonian grants, plus support and in-kind donations from mining companies, which enabled this museum to professionally design and install the exhibits. The displays of mining technology and environmental impacts are augmented by a concise historical section that provides a good grounding in local lore, including an overview of the labor strife (and vigilante policing by mine owners) that occurred in the region, with a particular emphasis on the "deportations" of 1917, when strikers and unionists were rounded up at gunpoint and shipped out of town in railroad boxcars! If possible, visit this museum first, then tour the Queen mine.

susancZ3305IZ

Actually rode an old mine trolley after we were dressed in our mining gear. Went into the mine about 1500 feet and heard great stories by an old prospector that worked in the mine. Had to make reservations online ahead of time. the trip took about and hour and a half. Worth the money to visit.

jamiedaviswrites

Perfect opportunity to spend about 1-2 hours learning more about Bisbee and the Copper Queen Mine. I heard they were affiliated with the Smithsonian? It shows! Their exhibits were impressive! There is also a small gift shop stocked with my favorite items to bring home - books!