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Attraction · West Virginia

Exhibition Coal Mine

513 Ewart Ave, Beckley, WV 25801· $· 10am–5pm (Apr–Oct)

Steve’s take

You ride a coal cart into an actual coal mine. Underground. In the dark. With a retired coal miner as your tour guide telling you stories that'll make you grateful for your desk job. Your kids will think it's the coolest thing they've ever done. They're not wrong. This is the kind of stop that doesn't exist on the interstates — it's uniquely West Virginia and genuinely unforgettable. Right off I-77 in Beckley.

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Destination Details

  • mine tour
  • museum
  • gift shop
  • restrooms
  • parking
  • educational

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Common questions about Exhibition Coal Mine

  • Where is Exhibition Coal Mine?

    Exhibition Coal Mine is at 513 Ewart Ave, Beckley, WV 25801, West Virginia. It sits along I-77, which makes it a natural stop on a Florida-bound family road trip.

  • What are the hours at Exhibition Coal Mine?

    Typical hours: 10am–5pm (Apr–Oct). Hours can shift seasonally and on holidays — always confirm on the official site before you plan your visit.

  • What's Exhibition Coal Mine like to visit on a family road trip?

    You ride a coal cart into an actual coal mine. Underground. In the dark. With a retired coal miner as your tour guide telling you stories that'll make you grateful for your desk job. Your kids will think it's the coolest thing they've ever done. They're not wrong. This is the kind of stop that doesn't exist on the interstates — it's uniquely West Virginia and genuinely unforgettable. Right off I-77 in Beckley.

  • Is Exhibition Coal Mine family-friendly?

    Yes — Exhibition Coal Mine earns a 5/5 family-friendly rating in our database.

  • How long should families plan to stay at Exhibition Coal Mine?

    Most families spend an hour or two at Exhibition Coal Mine, depending on kid stamina and weather.