The historic mining town of Silverton is located at the north end of the narrow gauge railroad that begins in Durango. Silverton is the only municipality in San Juan County. Each year in June, the town holds an arts and crafts festival on Blair Street; in July there is a Jubilee Folk Music Festival.
The Mayflower Mill was in operation for 61 years and managed by Charles A. Chase, a metallurgist. The local mine employed most of the town for over 100 years. The mill's original equipment is used in demonstrations by former employees.
The One Hundred Gold Mine in Silverton includes traveling underground on the electric mine train, mining demonstrations and the opportunity to pan for silver, gold and semi-precious gemstones.
Address: One Hundred Gold Mine, 721 County Road 4-A, Box 430, Silverton, CO 81433-0430, United States
Phone: 1 (970) 387-5444, Fax: 1 (970) 387-5579
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