The Jerome Mine Museum provides a look into Arizona's historic past. Exhibits feature an array of mining equipment, as well as wild west relics, classic photographs and historic newspapers. All ages are welcome, but exhibits are geared toward adults and travelers who love history.
Best and worst time to go to the Jerome Mine Museum
The Jerome Mine Museum is open 7 days a week from 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. excluding major holidays. Traffic tends to be higher in the summer months, but if you go during the week chances are good you'll have the place to yourself.
Must se /do at the Jerome Mine Museum
Find out about lesser known mining history. For example: How did miners go to the bathroom while they were underground? See what was Jerome like a hundred years ago. The museum houses a collection of relics from Jerome's earliest days. Learn about Jerome's rich cultural history. The mining town was the perfect destination for immigrants from all over the world.
Admission to the Jerome Mine Museum
A trip to the Jerome Mine Museum is very affordable. Admission is under $5 for adults and senior discounts are available. Children are free.
Parking and Public Transportation to the Jerome Mine Museum
A car is required to get to the Jerome Mine Museum. Travelers from Phoenix will want to take I-17 North until reaching exit 287 for Arizona 260 89A/Cottonwood/Payson. Take AZ-260 W/Carretera 260 O and State Rte 89A until it turns into Main Street in Jerome. The museum is located at 200 Main Street, Jerome, AZ 86331. Parking is available on site.
Food at Jerome Mine Museum
There is no food available at the Jerome Mine Museum.
Insider tip for visitors to Jerome Mine Museum
Right outside of the Jerome Mine Museum is the Audrey Headframe Park. It's where Jerome's rich mining history began. Over the years this very shaft yielded tons of silver, copper and gold. If you're a history buff, this is definitely worth checking out.
Author's bio: Chad Birt has lived in Phoenix for 9 years. He's a bike rider, bookworm and freelance writer.