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Over 50 exhibits to see and experience
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Over 5000 photos and maps to view
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Over 7000 sq. ft of history to explore
in 1956, the Wallace Mining Museum is a walk thru mining experience. We educate, entertain and enlighten visitors on the Coeur d’ Alene mining district.
We have on display, the area’s written, graphical, and three-dimensional objects and documents of the Coeur d’Alene Mining District and the Silver Valley.
With over 50 exhibits, more than 5,000 photos and maps, and a one of a kind mock mine experience walk through, there is something for everyone to enjoy!
1956- The Start
Fred Levering founded the Wallace District Mining Museum AND the Wallace Chamber of Commerce.
1993- Executive Directors
John Ammonsen began his 17 year stretch as the museums executive director. Jim McReynolds stepped in to help from 2007 until 2014.
2013 - Award
We received the Sister Alfreda Elsensohn Award for recognition as a leader in Museums for the State of Idaho.
2014 - Current
Tammy Copelan became and still is the executive director of the Wallace District Mining Museum.
2016 - A First!
We became the only Museum in the Silver Valley with comprehensive digital archives.
2018 - Another First!
We opened the first map and research room in the Silver Valley
Testimonials
Our guests love us! But don’t just take our word for it – read the testimonials!
"Very friendly knowledgeable staff. fun mining tunnel experience impressive displays. All on donations."
"Really nice museum...has a great walk through display and a ton of really interesting information and history! Its a must see if you visit Wallace!"
"Friendly staff and engaging exhibits make this a place we visit time and again!"
"ONE OF THE BEST PLACES IN THE WEST!"
"Tells the history of the Coeur d'Alene Mining District. great Smithsonian quality exhibits. Especially like the features on the 1890s mine wars, assassination of Idaho Gov. Stuenenberg, original Pulaski Tool prototype and the 1,000s of pictures on their digital database."
"Fun little museum with the most amazing 3D representations of local mines. They have an area where you explore exhibits done up like you are walking through a mine. The woman working the counter was friendly and very helpful."
"Wow!! What a great museum! They have a huge selection of antiques to see while you are visiting. There is a small walkable tour inside with so many items, you will need to make another trip back. If you are not familiar with mining practices, this museum will answer many questions for you. The staff was very nice and helpful too!!"
"This museum is wonderfully done! It's free but of course I suggest donating. The museum has a little "underground" section explaining the history and process of mining in the area. Nicely done and a must visit in the area!"
"The staff here are friendly and welcoming. The museum itself is quite small, but there's so much to learn about and see. My kids absolutely loved the scavenger hunt the staff gave them."
"We walk Wallace and drive through neighboring Burke ghost town whenever we're in this area. The mining museum is jam packed with mining history and the story of the Big Burn. Worth the stop here!"
"Cool museum with very informative displays about the process of mining and all the old school things they did back in the day mining for minerals."
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