Experience Quincy like never before! Each tour takes approximately 2 1/4 hours, allowing plenty of time for questions and discussion. The underground portion of the tour takes more than an hour, and the temperature in the mine is a refreshing 43°, so be sure to bring a jacket and perhaps some long pants. The walk-in is approximately 2000 feet (~1 mile walking total), takes 12-15 minutes, and is at a leisurely pace with stops to learn about the history of the adit as well as an introduction to local geology.
Please be aware that it is a wet walking surface, so wear appropriate footwear. Sandals, flip-flops or other open-toed footwear may be hazardous to wear (and are certainly not recommended during winter tours). This is an extensive tour; we don’t mind if guests bring backpacks with snacks and drinks (especially comfort food for our younger guests).
Transportation for the underground tour is available when we are given at least 24 hours’ notice. For anyone with mobility issues–please call ahead if you need special assistance. Quincy is a fully handicapped accessible site with advanced notice.
Call us at (906) 482-3101 or email info@quincymine.com if there are questions or concerns about your upcoming visit to the Quincy Mine–we’re here to help!
Come tour the oldest smelter from this period in the world at the Quincy Smelting Works! Tours take place daily at 12 pm, 2:15 pm, and 4:30 pm from Memorial Day through Labor Day.
Visitors will explore various buildings and machinery from the 1890s that played a major role in America becoming an industrial powerhouse. The hearths and furnaces may be cool, the buildings quiet and contemplative, but this is a chance to step back in time and see where nearly 1 billion pounds of copper was processed. You’ll learn about the final steps involved in moving copper from ore to finished product, which helped America grow from a largely agricultural nation to an industrial powerhouse. Much of the machinery from the 1890s and earlier is intact, including Corliss steam engines, as well as the casting wheel. The smelter was a major investment for Quincy, helping the company achieve its reputation as “Old Reliable” in the industry.
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