The Sanford Lab Homestake Visitor Center is an engaging and informative destination located in Lead, South Dakota. Nestled within the historic …
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Oct 21, 2024
I had no idea that Lead, SD held so much history in this little town. We really enjoyed learning about the Homestake Gold mine and all the scientific discoveries made from this site. Definitely take … Full review by chemie71
Sep 10, 2024
Originally being from South Dakota, just the history of the Homestake Gold Mine intrigued me. Getting to see it in person for the first time and looking around the visitor center and hearing the hist… Full review by Btimes2605
Jul 22, 2024
Such an interesting place to visit. History, mining and science in one stop! The view of the cut out and the corresponding information boards was super cool. We didn’t know what to expect but what … Full review by mjtevik
My grandfather, Antonio Cracco, worked for the Homestake in the 1900's. When we visited Lead, Deadwood and Rapid City in the early 1960's, we still had relatives living in Lead and Deadwood. My grandmother told us our grandfather was killed in the mine. I have doubts about this story since they were divorced in 1911. Are there any records dating that far back?
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Lawrence County has records. The Lead Library is good source. Also, try the Adams Museum.
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