Mines & Memories
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Hours may fluctuate. For detailed hours of operation, please contact the store directly.
About Mines & Memories
Mines & Memories is a must-visit jewel of a store in Creede, Colorado. It is a neat place full of mining history, gifts, and mining or panning tools all in one spot. The shop is amazing, filled with an extensive selection of minerals from the Creede mines, mining memorabilia, rare items, artifacts, and tons of old photos and prints of Creede and mining days past. It offers a fun way to step back in time. The real treasure, however, is the owner. A knowledgeable, friendly, and kind native of Creede who was a miner for over ten years, he is walking history and the last of a breed from times past. He is a joy to be around and seems like he would have some good stories to tell. Having a fascinating conversation with him is absolutely worth stopping in, as he gives truly fascinating history lessons complete with photo references. He knows everything about the mines around Creede, and asking him questions provides a chance to learn a lot and gain knowledge. It is a super cool store run by a super cool dude, and a great place to find an authentic souvenir.
Most Recent Reviews
May 2026
We stopped at Mines and Memories this past weekend, May 16th, and were delighted with not only the memories but also with our interaction with the proprietor, Ken Wylie. He is a treasure trove of local history and his collection of items from the mining days of Creede is incredible. We will return every time we are in...
read full commentJuly 2025
Best place in Creede. We stop here every time we come here.
July 2025
Great people and great jewel of a store. All your mining history, gifts, and mining/panning tools in one spot. This place is a must visit in Creede, Colorado.
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