NO. 9 COAL MINE

The No. 9 Coal Mine, which was first established by the Lehigh Coal and Navigation Company in 1855, invites you to travel back in time and explore the illustrious past of the coal mining business. The plentiful Mammoth Seam, a seam of anthracite coal that powered the area's mining ambitions, was the goal of this mine, which was tucked away in the Panther Valley. The first mining operations in the region were seen by a community called Summit Hill, which is situated above Lansford. Innovative methods were needed to access the priceless coal reserves when the groundwater levels in the mines of Summit Hill increased.

 The No. 9 Mine, located at a lower height than the mines on Summit Hill, had a special benefit. Without the use of pumps, groundwater could easily exit the mine entrance as the tunnel was being driven. This feat of engineering made it possible for the No. 9 Mine to operate, and from 1855 until June 22, 1972, it held the record for the longest continuous deep anthracite coal mine operation in the world.

 The neighborhood realized the value of protecting this historic relic once the mine was abandoned. The Panther Creek Valley Foundation, a committed group, acquired the property in 1992 and turned the No. 9 Mine into an intriguing museum. Through exhibitions and guided tours, tourists may now explore the subterranean tunnels, learn about the life of miners, and see how coal mining has changed throughout time. The No. 9 Coal Mine Museum is a monument to the perseverance and creativity of people who worked in the mines, influencing Panther Valley history and leaving a lasting legacy for future generations. Visit the museum of the Panther Creek Valley Foundation to immerse yourself in this captivating historical adventure and learn about the extraordinary tale of the No. 9 Mine.