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    Comstock Foundation for History and Culture

    Comstock Foundation for History and Culture

    900 Main Street
    Silver City, NV 89428
    www.comstockfoundation.org

    Tue10:00am- 2:00pm

    Founded on the principles of preservation and cultural enrichment, the Comstock Foundation for Histo

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    Donovan Mill Tours
    10:00 AM PDT, May 10, 2025
    Silver City, NV
    Experience the longest operating gold and silver stamp mill on the Comstock Lode
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    Presentation at the Donovan Mill, Larry Radford
    6:00 PM PDT, May 23, 2025
    Silver City, NV
    History of Milling on the Comstock Lode and Donovan Mill
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    Donovan Mill Tours
    10:00 AM PDT, May 27, 2025
    Silver City, NV
    Experience the longest operating gold and silver stamp mill on the Comstock Lode
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    Donovan Mill Tours
    10:00 AM PDT, Jun 14, 2025
    Silver City, NV
    Experience the longest operating gold and silver stamp mill on the Comstock Lode
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    Donovan Mill Tours
    10:00 AM PDT, Jun 24, 2025
    Silver City, NV
    Experience the longest operating gold and silver stamp mill on the Comstock Lode
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    Volunteer as a History Researcher and Blog Writer

    We are seeking a passionate and detail-oriented History Researcher and Blog Writer to join our team. In this role, you will:

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    Volunteer Events Committee Chair

    Lead the Charge in Preserving History: Volunteer as Events Committee Chair

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