Britannia Mine Museum: Award-winning Museum and National Historic Site

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Copper and Fire

Copper and Fire is Britannia Mine Museum’s premiere art event that celebrates its 18th year in 2022.

Underground Tour

Board our mine train and rumble inside an early haulage tunnel. Experience Britannia's quest for copper.

Unearth the History

Discover Educator's Resources, the informative Curator's Blog, Videos, Mineral Kit Rentals and more.

BOOM!

Copper and Fire

Copper and Fire is Britannia Mine Museum’s premiere art event that celebrates its 18th year in 2022.

Underground Tour

Board our mine train and rumble inside an early haulage tunnel. Experience Britannia's quest for copper.

Unearth the History

Discover Educator's Resources, the informative Curator's Blog, Videos, Mineral Kit Rentals and more.

BOOM! A multi-sensory, live action experience.

An immersive, multi-sensory live-action experience. The story behind the architectural marvel, Mill No. 3.

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Summer Exhibit

May 20th to September 5th - Open Daily
More Than A Mine - Recreation in A Mining Town
This summer, discover more about the life of Britannia’s community beyond the mine.

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Member Mornings

The Museum will be offering Member Mornings from 11am to 11:45am on the last Saturday of every month. Join our Curatorial Team for Curator Connection as they deliver exclusive programs for members, with new topics each month.

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Copper and Fire

Saturday, September 17, 2022 from 10:00am to 3:00pm.
Copper and Fire, Britannia Mine Museum’s premiere art event, celebrates its 18th year in 2022. Visual artists will demonstrate, display and sell their work as it relates to the themes of copper, fire, and materials “of the earth”.

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The History of Britannia

An inspiring visit to this National Historic site leads to greater interest in the Mine and its legendary past.

Our Story

Underground Tour

Just like miners back in 1914, you'll board our mine train and rumble inside an early haulage tunnel. Inside, our engaging team of interpreters will demonstrate actual mining equipment, teach you about Britannia's quest for copper, and allow you to experience the mine's working conditions.

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