Gold King Mine and Ghost Town

Don’t miss the Gold King Mine & Ghost Town. The location of the historic Gold King Mine was originally the site of Haynes, Arizona, which in 1890, was a small suburb of the larger town of Jerome, one mile north. When the Haynes Copper Company dug a 1200-foot-deep shaft in search of copper, they were disappointed at the absence of copper, but miners hit gold instead. The site is now a musuem where visitors can see continuous demonstrations of antique mining equipment and the operation of a turn-of-the-century sawmill daily. Other highlights include walks in an authentic mine shaft, animals to pet and feed, a circa 1901 blacksmith shop, and the world’s largest gas engines. The Museum is open daily from 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. Facilities include rest rooms and a large parking area.

Annual Jerome Home Tour

The annual Paso de Casas (Home Tour) began in 1966. Visit historic buildings on a guided tour. Third weekend in May.

Annual Jerome Home Tour

The Mine Museum on Main Street has photographs, equipment and ore samples. Owned and operated by the Jerome Historical Society.

Douglas Mansion State Park

This is a recommended stop down the hill from the center of town. The former Douglas Mansion, designed by James “Rawhide Jimmy” Douglas is equipped with a wine cellar, billiard room, steam heat and was built from adobe bricks made on-site. Now a museum which exhibits photographs, artifacts, minerals and videos. Don’t miss the 3-D model of the underground tunnels under the town. There’s a picnic area with a panoramic view.

Haunted Tours

Join professional historian Ron Roope and resident guides on a haunting and historical tour of the “Wickedest Town in the West”. Explore the eerie sites and haunted buildings where resident gamblers, prostitutes, outlaws, and victims of tragic mining accidents still aimlessly wonder in search of peace.