Kennecott Mines National Historic Landmark

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Kennecott Copper Mine National Historic Landmark, McCarthy, Alaska.

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Old mill town constitutes pretty much all of present-day Kennecott. Dozens of old wood and log buildings have been restored, stabilized or purposely left in a state of decrepitude. You're welcome to wander around the outside of the buildings at will, or you can join daily tours.


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