Beckley Exhibition Coal Mine

In March 2009, the $3.5 million Beckley Exhibition Coal Mine opened to the public. The 14,000-square-foot building includes an underground mine, coal camp, and children's museum with artifacts and memorabilia. The complex also includes a visitor's center and gift shop. The exhibition center was built with grants and federal and state funds. Backers hope it will become a popular tourist attraction.

Alternative Citizen Information Sources on Coal in in West Virginia

 * Citizens for Alternatives to Longview Power
 * Coal River Mountain Watch
 * Greenbrier River Watershed Association
 * Keeper of the Mountains Foundation
 * Ohio Valley Environmental Coalition
 * Sierra Club West Virginia Chapter
 * West Virginia Environmental Council
 * West Virginia Highlands Conservancy
 * West Virginia Rivers Coalition

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