In 1953, Jerome, Arizona, formed a historical society to preserve a mining town that became virtually a ghost town after once having nearly 15,000 people

Jerome, Arizona, once a thriving mining camp, became a ghost town after mine closures. The Jerome Historical Society formed in 1953, working to preserve the town’s heritage. They secured buildings and established the Mine Museum, which now draws visitors. The Society’s archives hold extensive historical records for public access. This effort transformed Jerome into a living museum of Arizona’s past.
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