Dahlonega Courthouse Gold Museum State Historic Site

Useful Information

Location:	Lumpkin County Courthouse, Dahlonega center.
Open:	Mon-Sat 9-17, Sun 10-17. Closed Thanksgiving. 25-DEC, 01-DEC. [2005]
Fee:	Adults USD 4, Children USD 2.50. [2005]
Classification:	Gold Mine
Light:	Incandescent
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Address:	Dahlonega Courthouse Gold Museum State Historic Site, #1, Public Square, Dahlonega, Georgia 30533, Tel: +1-706-864-2257.
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History

1838	U.S. Branch Mint opened.
1861	U.S. Branch Mint closed.

Description

The Dahlonega Courthouse Gold Museum gives some insight into the gold mining history of the towns of Auraria and Dahlonega. A 23-minute film describes the mining techniques and lifestyles. A mineral exhibition shows local nuggets of up to 5 ounces.

The exhibition also explains the history of the U.S. Branch Mint in Dahlonega. It coined more than $6 million in gold between 1838 and 1861.