National Register of Historic Places

Milford Mine Historic District

Wolford, Crow Wing County, Minnesota
Listed
August 9, 2011
Type
District
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
11000525

About this property

The Milford Mine produced high manganese-content iron ore in Wolford Township, Minnesota, United States. On February 5, 1924, it was the site of the Milford Mine Disaster, the worst mining accident in Minnesota history, when it was flooded by water from a nearby lake, killing 41 miners. Only seven men were able to climb to safety. Starting in 2010, the site has been under development by Crow Wing County as Milford Mine Memorial Park. The property was listed as the Milford Mine Historic District on the National Register of Historic Places in 2011 for its state-level significance in the themes of industry and historical archaeology. It was nominated for its association with a significant event in Minnesota history, and for potential archaeological resources that could illuminate mining technology, the rise and fall of iron-ore mining on the Cuyuna Range, and the daily lives of its workers.

Location

Wolford, Crow Wing County, Minnesota
46.53819, -93.97228

Categories

INDUSTRYHISTORIC - NON-ABORIGINAL
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Sources

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When was Milford Mine Historic District listed on the National Register?

Milford Mine Historic District was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on August 9, 2011.

What type of historic resource is Milford Mine Historic District?

Milford Mine Historic District is classified as a district in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for Milford Mine Historic District?

The period of significance for Milford Mine Historic District is recorded as the industrial era.

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