Coal Miners Museum, the

78 Miller's Creek Road Van Lear, Kentucky
Van Lear, KY, 41265
606-789--8540

URL : http://www.vanlear.org

overview : The Coal Miners' Museum is operated by the Van Lear, Kentucky Historical Society, Inc. Preserving the heritage and history of Van Lear, Kentucky. The Van Lear Historical Society, Inc. is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization.

collections : The Coal Miners' Museum contains many images and artifacts that tell the story of the community of Van Lear, KY. Our most famous former resident is Ms.Loretta Lynn. Each year, thousands of fans come to Van Lear to see her childhood home.

hours (subject to change) : No regular hours. Volunteer staff only. Call or email us ahead of desired visit date.

topics : American history, mining, history, general, fossils, geology, local history, medical, minerology, natural history, sports, technology