Black Hills History & Museums: Wades Mill Museum, South Dakota

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Wades Gold Mill Living History Mining Museum

Check out the restored mining equipment and learn all about the history of gold mining in the Black Hills at Wade’s Gold Mill.

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  • Wade’s Gold Mill is open from 9am to 6pm seven days a week between Memorial Day to Labor Day.
  • Here you can pan for gold and examine antique mining equipment.

Overview

In 1979 Les and Idella Wade realized a dream. They wanted to create a machine that would condense a load of gold ore to a single gold pan. With the help of family and friends, they not only achieved their dream, but also started collecting antique mining equipment and restoring it. This is the place to make all your gold mining dreams come true.

Location/Directions

Wade’s Gold Mill
12401 Deerfield Rd
Hill City, South Dakota
605-574-2680

Hours/Seasons

The museum is open from 9am to 6pm seven days a week between Memorial Day to Labor Day.

Fees/Cost

Guided Tour to the Gold Mill and Mining Museum
Age 6-14 $6
Age 15-adult $9.50

Guided Tour including Panning for Gold
Age 6-14 $16
Age 15-adult $19

Panning for Gold Only
Panning Lesson $11