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Homestake Gold Mine

Considered to be the oldest and largest operating underground gold mine in the Western Hemisphere, Homestake has operated continuously since 1876 and currently produces more than 200,000 ounces of gold annually. The visitor center features mining artifacts and an audiovisual presentation illustrating techniques of gold mining and refining. Guided one hour tours of the mine's surface operations are offered, as well as views of the site's historic 1876 open cut mining area. Located at the city park in Lead; open year-round.

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Location	160 West Main Lead South Dakota 57754
Phone	605-584-3110
Information	888-701-0164
Email	hvc@mato.com
Website	http://www.homestaketour.com ... Visitor Center provides captivating surface tours that explore the historic town of Lead and both Homestake Gold Mine's underground and surface operations. It also offers free viewing of the historic 1876 Open Cut mining area, artifacts, an informational mining video, historic and educational memorabilia and a gift shop. HOME \| Online Store ...