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A Walk Through History: Austinville Lead Mines
Where
New River Trail State Park, 116 Orphanage Dr., Max Meadows, VA 24360.
Austinville Access - 231 Store Hill Rd. Austinville, Va 24312
When
July 23, 2025. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Enjoy a scenic guided walk along the New River Trail. This easy one-mile round trip tour will take visitors outside one of the oldest mining operations in North America, the Austinville lead mines. A park guide will discuss how Austinville has been part of many historic chapters throughout American history, the changes in technology to mining operations over time, and the social and cultural interactions of a Southwest Virginia mining community.
It is recommended to wear sunscreen and comfortable shoes and bring water.
Other details
Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 276-699-6778
Email Address: NewRiverTrail@dcr.virginia.gov
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