IronMiners

05/29/2020

In this episode we explore the Tallman Mine, a copper mine worked in the years just prior to the Revolutionary War. The mine was located only 10 miles north of the New Haven mint (built in 1785) and was said to have supplied some copper for America's first circulating coin: the Fugio Penny. As we explore the tunnels we gain an insight into how copper was mined in the late 18th century.

05/03/2020

Mines and Mysteries: Staking a Claim

05/02/2020

Mines and Mysteries: Staking a Claim

05/02/2020

Tonight (May 2nd) at 8pm we will present Mines and Mysteries: Staking a Claim. In this episode we head out to Nevada in search of gold mines. We discover a completely untouched gold mine that appears to still have plenty of gold ore left. We stake the mine and explain the process of mine staking.

08/13/2018

Check out Mines and Mysteries on Nat Geo Open Explorer

This expedition investigates legendary and mysterious mines and caves in Connecticut and Eastern New York. Through historical research and underground exploration I aim to reveal the stories of these unique places. There are four films I would like to create. Episode 1: America’s First Chartered M...