Superstition Mountain Museum

The museum itself is inside the visitor center and is quite small. A lot of artifacts and history but may not be interesting or engaging for smaller kiddos. The gift shop and volunteers are definitely worth the trek inside though! Outside is where all the action is!! There's a wonderful walking trail around the museum with smaller ones winding through all the displays. There's also signage and explanations for many of the displays on the trails. We were confused by the little numbers throughout the walk, apparently somebody was going to do a plant walk but it never got completed! Hopefully the model train is running when you visit because that is a great journey through the old west. There's a scavenger hunt for the kiddos (and adults) that really makes you look close!

This is a must see if you are exploring Apache junction area and the superstition mountain area. Wonderful free 15 acre self guided tour with a great film inside the chaple. The museum is 7$ for adults and the gift shop is a treasure trove. The people who work there clearly love their jobs ans love sharing stories

Just a fun place to go and see. Great drive and yes it is touristy... but fun. Take the tour and just visit the shops. Love the huckleberry ice cream

The stop had a Church with a Lifesize Elvis to take a picture with. The Apacheland Barn had a lot of movie memorabilia like headshots of the actor/actresses and some of the same people had cement foot/hand prints. Linda Evan's donated her outfit to the Museum.Picture opportunities such as in Stagecoach next to Elvis or a picture next to our president Ronald Reagan when he was just an actor. The museum shop had quite a lot of unique gifts and memorabilia. Purses copper jewelry, books cactus shaped twizzers. I am still missing things to write or experienced that I saw and bought

Make sure to visit this place whether you're heading to or returning from Tortilla Flats via the beautiful route 88. There's a wealth of intriguing sights and educational experiences to be had. Additionally, you can explore the short yet visually stunning hiking trails. I regret that I didn't have children with me to enjoy and learn from this enriching experience.

Definitely stop here either on your way to or on your way back from visiting tortilla flats along scenic rt 88. There are so many cool things to see and learn here. There are also short picturesque hiking trails. I wish I had kids with me to share the experience with

I would have had no clue about this place if it wasn't for the Culture Passes that may be checked out from the Arizona public libraries. Culture Pass allows for two free tickets. The museum offers special prices for students (ages 11-17), seniors, and veterans. Children 10 and under are free with paid adult. The museum also works with schools to create programs for field trips. The museum is located inside. One of the docents informed me that the museum had been completed renovated a couple of years ago. The museum is about more than just the Lost Dutchman's goldmine. The museum covers the Indigenous people, invasion of the conquistadors, animals, gold mining, European settlers, ranches and rodeos. While small, I left feeling like I had learned a lot about the area, and the area's rich history. The gift shop has so much to look at. Inventory is a mix of touristy items and handmade pieces. A something for everyone on your souvenir list kind of store. They had some lovely pieces of horsehair pottery. The plethora of merchandise is displayed well. I think we spent as much time looking in the giftshop as we did looking in the indoor museum. Outside, an old west mining town has been recreated. It is a little hokey, but my youngest enjoyed it. In the stables is more information about people who settled in the area, as well as western movies. Walking around the outside area is completely free. There is a path to take a short and easy hike. The replicas of Native American structures used around the time of the Lost Dutchman were created by a local tribe. Unlike the structure inside the museum, the outside ones visitors may enter. Beautiful views of the Superstition Mountains may be seen while meandering about. On Saturdays, demonstration of how rocks were crushed so the pieces may be used when panning for gold are performed. The machine is huge, it is close to two stories tall. A local model train club has a town set up outside with trains. Check their website for special events. The museum works with the community to create events that will bring people in on a regular basis.

Very, very Arizona. Very, very Southwest. Very, very Wild, Wild West! You must visit this expansive, mostly outdoor period piece, original historic relics from the day, too much to list. Learn firsthand and by visual real artifacts of the time about Arizona mining, well drilling machinery, a museum and museum store, exhibits, miniature train for Kiddies, and much, much more. The concept for this location initiated with the organization of the Superstition Mountain Historical Society in the 1980s. At the time many in the local community donated much of what can be seen when visiting, especially the incredible mining equipment donated by the historic Phelps Dodge Mining Company. This place is the real deal. If you are interested, fascinated and curious of all things of how the west was, here is how it is today - a snapshot in time. For western movie buffs, remnants of Apacheland where cowboy movies were once filmed lay here to be admired. There is simply too much to see, and visiting is the only way to appreciate it. We visit occasionally and bring friends and family who visit us from out of town, and everyone, everyone is amazed to step back in time. Thanks to the hard-working volunteers and visitors who donate, that help keep this priceless antique alive to educate the future about our past. Kudos.

Awesome way to beat the heat! We came here on a Sunday afternoon, and the two women working were so friendly. If you purchase on Groupon, you get discounted admission and one free sarsaparilla per person! It was really cool to learn about the history of the area and to see all of the maps prospectors have used to look for the Lost Dutchman's gold! We spent about an hour in the actual museum part. They have a great gift shop as well (also in the AC!!!). We did also venture to the Elvis chapel to see that - it's pretty cool, but smells like old stale cigarettes. There's also a ton to see outside. We didn't spend much time out there because of how hot it was when we were there. We'd love to come back to the complex when they're using the old mining equipment outside!

What an attraction. You must visit RR to see amazing model display of history. Great way to explore and learn about History! Bring your camera!!