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Mining Breakthroughs in the Homestake Mine

A man in a protective suit conducting experiments in a mine.

At the Homestake Mine in Lead, scientists experiment in areas like, biology, engineering and geology. They work in underground facilities that were once used to mine gold.

Resources:

Sanford Lab at Homestake

Research is conducted here year round, they offer tours and exhibits to the public.

Black Hills Mining Museum

Deadwood Archives*

Talk to Michael Runge if you have any questions! His number and email are on the above site.

Image Citation:

Former South Dakota mining town revitalized by underground science lab. (2017, October 17). CBS News.