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New Almaden Quicksilver Mining Museum

San Jose, United States

Always free Confidence medium museum, tourist_attraction, historical_place

About this museum

Nestled in California's historic mining region, the New Almaden Quicksilver Mining Museum offers visitors a deep dive into the area's mercury mining heritage. Visitors can explore exhibits tracing the site's industrial significance and learn about the complex processes that made this location crucial to 19th - century mining operations. Admission is free, allowing guests to discover the rich local history through carefully curated displays and engaging interpretive materials.

Plan your visit

  • Admission: Free admission every day
  • Recommended time: Plan for 30-45 minutes
Phone
(408) 918-7770
Address
21350 Almaden Rd, San Jose, CA 95120, USA

Opening hours

MondayClosed
TuesdayClosed
WednesdayClosed
ThursdayClosed
FridayClosed
Saturday12:00004:00 PM
Sunday12:00004:00 PM