Empire Mine

GPTKB entity

Properties (35)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf mine
gptkbp:area approximately 11,000 acres
gptkbp:cultural_significance community events and activities
tourism attraction
educational resource for local schools
preservation of mining heritage
part_of_California's_Gold_Rush_history
gptkbp:depth over 11,000 feet
gptkbp:environment scenic views
wildlife habitat
surrounded by forest
near_the_Sierra_Nevada_mountains
gptkbp:established gptkb:California_Historical_Landmark
1850
gptkbp:exhibits mining history
local geology
gold mining techniques
gptkbp:features guided tours
historic buildings
nature trails
mining equipment
gptkbp:historical_significance one of the richest gold mines in California
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Empire Mine
gptkbp:is_governed_by gptkb:California_State_Parks
gptkbp:location gptkb:Grass_Valley,_California
gptkbp:notable_event educational programs
historical reenactments
special events throughout the year
annual gold panning contest
gptkbp:opened 1956
gptkbp:owner Empire_Gold_Mining_Company
gptkbp:produces gold
gptkbp:provides_access_to 1975
gptkbp:status state historic park
gptkbp:visitors attracts thousands annually