Silver City

Donovan Mill Tours Available

Melody Hoover

18 Jun 2025 — 1 min read

Donovan Mill is open for tours, showcasing demonstrations of the main mill stamps, the rotary stamp, and the concentrating table. On Saturday, June 14, a steady stream of visitors and history enthusiasts came to experience the mill firsthand. The blacksmith building was also open, where Wes Francis demonstrated the age-old art of blacksmithing. To learn more and get information on upcoming events, visit this website: https://www.comstockfoundation.org/calendar/

Wes Francis demonstrates Blacksmithing and Lee takes visitors on a tour of the Mill

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