Rio Tinto is offering a truly unique experience to the public at an unbeatable price, free! From July 16th to 25th you can visit Kennecott Utah Copper’s Bingham Canyon Mine Visitors Center at no cost.

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One of the only landmarks on this planet that can be seen from space, the mine is truly a one-of-a-kind experience. Whether it’s watching haul trucks the size of houses deliver copper ore to the in-pit crusher or standing at the overlook and feeling the breathtaking and awesome magnitude of the mine, visiting the mine will prove to be an unforgettable experience for the whole family.

The visitor’s center features educational and hands-on displays about how Kennecott produces copper, gold, silver and molybdenum – which are essential to creating the products used in everyday life. The Center also features historical collections, educational exhibits and interactive kiosks about the operation. Visitors can also enjoy a 16-minute film on the mine’s history and the process for producing copper.

Details:

When: July 16-25 – Passenger vehicles and mini-vans receive free admission. Open daily through October, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. with last car entry at 7:15 p.m. For additional details, see www.kennecott.com or call 801-204-2025.

Tour buses ($50) and mini-tour buses ($25) remain at their fee rate throughout the season and require an entry form. Outside of the free days, the regular rate for passenger vehicles is $5 per car. All fees are donated to local charities.

Where:

Kennecott Utah Copper’s Bingham Canyon Mine

8400 West (Hwy.111) 12300 South

To view or print a map of the mine, visit www.kennecott.com