Bessie Wilgus Shaft

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Tabor Opera House

Theater building

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The Tabor Opera House is an opera house in Leadville, Colorado. Opened in 1879, The building has been designated a national treasure by the National Trust for Historic Preservation. Tabor Opera House is situated 2 miles northwest of Bessie Wilgus Shaft.

Matchless Mine

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The Matchless Mine is a historic mine located in Lake County, Colorado. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and is part of the National Mining Hall of Fame and Museum. Matchless Mine is situated 2 miles north of Bessie Wilgus Shaft.

National Mining Hall of Fame

Museum

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The National Mining Hall of Fame is a museum located in Leadville, Colorado, United States, dedicated to commemorating the work of miners and people who work with natural resources. National Mining Hall of Fame is situated 2½ miles northwest of Bessie Wilgus Shaft.

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Leadville

Photo: John Holm, CC BY 2.0.

Leadville is a city in Lake County, Colorado that is about tourism, especially outdoor recreation. In the winter, multiple ski areas are within driving distance.

Leadville North

Village

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Leadville North is a census-designated place in and governed by Lake County, Colorado, United States. The population of the Leadville North CDP was 1,892 at the 2020 United States census. The Leadville post office serves the area. Leadville North is situated 2½ miles northwest of Bessie Wilgus Shaft.

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