1995 Mining History Association Tour North Star Gold Mine Powerhouse Museum, Allegheny, California June 3, 1995
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Grass Valley was home to two of California’s most famous underground gold mines, the North Star, visited on this MHA field tour, and the Empire, now a State Historic Park, visited on another tour. The North Star was discovered in 1851 and operated over the years by several different owners. It eventually became Grass Valley’s deepest mine at 4000 feet. In 1929, Newmont Mining purchased the North Star and the Empire mines and consolidated them. Mining ceased during World War II but resumed afterward until the mines were closed in 1956. The area was settled by many Cornish miners who brought their exceptional mining skills with them from the Old Country. The Cornish influence is still alive during annual heritage festivals. The MHAers enjoyed authentic Cornish pasties during the conference. |
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