New Almaden Quicksilver Mining Museum

Learn about the history of the New Almaden Mines including the cultural diversity of the people living in the mining  communities, technologies used to extract liquid mercury from cinnabar ore and the different uses of mercury.  Exhibits allow you to experience what it was like to work in a mine, and how New Almaden participated in California’s Gold Rush.  Next door, view Casa Grande’s antique-furnished parlor to see what is was like for wealthy folk in the 1800s. There is also a self-guided walking tour through the small town of New Almaden that includes visiting other historical sites such as the Mine Supervisor’s House, St. Anthony’s Church and the Hacienda Cemetery.

Operating Hours

Open Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.  From September to June the hours are 12 noon  to 4 pm on Fridays and 10 am to 4 pm on Saturdays and Sundays. In July and August, the hours are 10 am to 4 pm all three days.

Fees

Free

Disabled Access

Yes

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Address

21350 Almaden Rd

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Directions

Located on Almaden Rd between Almaden Way and Betram Rd across from Almaden Quicksilver County Park.

Contact Info

Phone: (408) 323-1107