Chisholm: Mining the Past

Next up: Chisholm—where mining history takes center stage.

We checked out the Bruce Mine Headframe, a striking remnant of the area’s underground mining past—and the last remaining headframe on the entire Mesabi Iron Range. It’s like a giant steel time capsule.

We also cruised past the Minnesota Museum of Mining, where you can (supposedly) tour a replica underground mine. And we passed by the Minnesota Discovery Center, which looked like it could easily fill an afternoon if you’re into history, geology, or just pretending you’re on a school field trip.Read more