Sterling Hill Mining Museum
30 Plant Street 
Ogdensburg, NJ 07439 
(973) 209 7212
http://sterlinghillminingmuseum.org

The famous Sterling Hill Zinc Mine and Museum features over 30 acres of indoor, outdoor, and underground exhibits and historical buildings. Taking its name from William Alexander, an American major-general during the Revolutionary War who claimed the disputed title of Earl of Stirling, this mine was in operation until 1986 and was the last underground mining operation in the state. 

The Museum was opened to the public in 1990 and today visitors can tour one-fifth of a mile of underground tunnels, viewing a spectacular Fluorescent Display in a natural environment, and learning about metal mining and the machinery and men that made it all work. 

A 5,000 square foot exhibit hall showcases mining artifacts, minerals, and much more. 

Families can spend a day here, exploring the outdoor exhibits and surrounding areas. Admission to the Museum and Mine is by guided tour only. There is much to see. Students of geology and history will find a visit to be a rewarding experience, and they can even build their own collections in the Rock Discovery Center after receiving a lecture on the various rock types.

Proper footwear is required and a sweater or jacket is recommended regardless of the season, as the temperature underground generally remains cool.

Hours: Open April thru November, daily, with regular tours at 1pm. Tours are available at other times by chance or by appointment. Gift shop is open from 10am - 3pm. Also open for tours by appointment on weekends in March and weekends and the week before Christmas in December. Call before visiting.
Admission:
Adults $10.00 Seniors $9.00 Children under 12 $7.50
Groups: Group rates are the same. Discounted $1.00 per person if the group permits shopping at the gift shop. One chaperone per class of 20 - 25 admitted FREE. Rock Discovery Center costs $3.50 per person in addition to admission.
Group Reservations: Reserve as early as possible. Morning slots fill up more quickly than afternoon tours. Large groups may require some months advance notice..
Lunch: Picnic areas and concession stand on premises.
Handicapped Access: Accessible.
Directions: I-80 West to exit 53, Rt. 23 North. Pass town of Stockholm and turn left onto Rt. 517. Turn right onto Passaic Avenue. Entrance is on left, after Plant Street. About an hour from the George Washington Bridge. 

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