Jerome Historical Society Mine Museum
Jerome Historical Society Mine Museum
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Houses a collection of minerals and provides information about Jerome's mining past.
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Bill H
Tampa, FL286 contributions
Jun 2022 • Friends
As we strolled through downtown Jerome we saw the sign for this museum and thought, “why not?”. Ended up, this was the highlight of our day in Jerome. The historical society put this together and upgraded it during COVID. It has a fascinating history of the mines and town (intertwined), but what’s is amazing is the extent of their artifact collection. They covered all aspects of life in early Jerome and the mines in interesting detail. The exhibits on the education system, saloons, and even brothels were impressively informative. My only critique is they should charge more than $2 ($1 for seniors) admission!
Written June 8, 2022
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Scott
San Francisco, CA6,627 contributions
Feb 2021 • Solo
I love this little museum shop. Hand sanitizer greets you at the door. This is especially important since this type of shop means touching small objects.
Very friendly proprietor. Great variety of copper merchandise. Beautiful selection.
Very friendly proprietor. Great variety of copper merchandise. Beautiful selection.
Written February 5, 2021
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Valerie M
New York City, NY543 contributions
Oct 2020 • Couples
We enjoyed our stop at the Jerome Museum. They had a video that featured the history of the town with original pictures. It gave you that feel of the 1800s to 1900s mining life in that town. They had many artifacts and displays. When you leave and go into the town and pass the mine, you have a better understanding of their history. We didn’t pay a fee to go in, but left a donation. It’s worth a stop if you are staying in Sedona or Cottonwood or if you are driving thru on your way to Prescott.
Written October 9, 2020
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chelimon
Chicago, IL49 contributions
Feb 2020 • Couples
So interesting learning about Jerome in its heyday. Well worth small fee and nice gift shop attached. Most interesting was bordello, um the link to Churchill, um the coalmine commode.
Written February 7, 2020
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David L
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May 2023 • Solo
It is essentially a tourist trap. Asked a merchant where the Historical Society was ( Google Maps got it wrong) and they did not know there was such an organization in town. Finally found it and it was closed. Oh well. Lots of noisy cycles and cars, not what I ws hoping for.
Written May 22, 2023
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savannah, GA43 contributions
Jul 2014 • Couples
On our recent trip to Sedona, we decided to take a ride and visit the old mining town of Jerome which now boasts lots of nice shops and some really beautiful and unique art galleries. It was a hot day when we decided to make the trip. If you are fearful of heights, the ride up (and down) might not be your cup of tea ... lots of hairpin turns and scary views off the side of the mountain (Just close your eyes if you are the passenger and try not to scream!). But once there, the town is delightful! A number of nice artist shops and galleries, a winery and couple of restaurants. Be sure to visit the shop with kalidescopes -- its worth the trip just for that! We had lunch while there in a place called the Grape (I think) and the sandwiches were wonderful and so big we had to share! Be sure to bring water & keep hydrated because it gets wicked hot!
Written August 5, 2014
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Tammy B
64 contributions
Dec 2019 • Couples
Many aspects of the history of Jerome are displayed: Native pueblos, fires, police, mining, bordellos, saloons, etc. Plenty of explanations etc.
Written December 6, 2019
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Jeff_the_Explorer
Salt Lake City - Utah97 contributions
May 2018 • Couples
A decent little stop to learn some history of the Jerome AZ mining town. Once called the wickedest city in America. It had prostitution, drinking, gambling, murders, and at one time an average of 47 miner deaths per day ( so I’m told). As note, they couldn’t bury them all so they threw them in the smelter... the black stones and pebbles in the sidewalks are made from the smelter ashes and left over coking... a lovely thought when walking around town.
Written May 24, 2018
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Karla S
Phoenix, AZ28 contributions
Mar 2017 • Couples
This previously defunct mining town has been revived by its historical society and today is an interesting collection of restoration, museums, and shops including many artists. The drive from Phoenix is not difficult. Because this is located on top of a mountain, streets and sidewalks are steep and uneven. Buildings have multiple levels accessible by stairs. This is rough terrain for mobility impaired persons.
Written April 7, 2017
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Kacie V
12 contributions
Mar 2016 • Couples
We were on our way to Sedona and decided to make a detour and visit the Jerome Museum. It was hardly a museum. It was more of some old pictures hung in the back of a tourist shop. The lady working at the museum was rude and apparently unappreciative of the tourist which appear to be the only industry. Skip the detour!
Written March 12, 2016
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Is there a restaurant or café onsite?
Would two boys ages 10 and 11 enjoy the sight?
Written March 6, 2017
Hi sorry for the delay! Away from my email for a while. If it's not too late - we ate at Bobby D's Barbecue not far from the museum . It was great food, friendly staff and good for all ages. Hope you enjoy Jerome as much as we did! I think it would be an interesting for them.
Written March 11, 2017
Hello,
Jerome was once a thriving copper mining town that has turned into an artist haven. There are several jewelry artists in the town as well as many others. Including glass artists, painting and my favorite is Janie Layers a very talented clay sculptor. The old Jerome high school is full of artist studios. Definitely a great place to explore.
Written December 6, 2016
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