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Philanthropic Endowment Fund

The History & Cultural Institute of Mining, Inc., including it's Museum and Mine Workers Memorial, was concieved as a living monument to honor mine workers throughout world history and into the future.

Contributions may be sent to:

History & Culture Institute of Mining, Inc.
First Exchange Bank
216 Fairmont Avenue
Fairmont, WV 26554



304-367-1700


Place your mouse over the map for an ariel view of the site location.

History & Culture Institute of Mining Museum Site
From the Stone Age to the Space Age, and beyond - the role of mining in the development of world civilizations.

Planned future building site is located on a prominent hilltop, directly adjacent to Interstate 79, north.


Architecture to be based on the design aesthetics of Frank Lloyd Wright; incorporating arts and crafts elements representing diverse civilizations throughout history.

Will host art exhibits, concerts, multimedia presentations, and other events.

West Virginia Mine Workers Memorial Sculpture.


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