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FAQ
1. What is the HCHCM?
It is Harrison County's retrospective on the rich coal-mining past of the area. Information and pictures of all types of mining, and even in-depth information about some of the biggest coal digging machines in the world can be found there.
2. How long has it been open?
At the time of the writing of this, the Museum has been open for over seven years. It started operations on May 15, 1994.
3. Is there any more information you can give me about how the museum started?
Well, the idea came about in 1987 by the Puskarich family. In 1988, $140,000 dollars used to fund the $200,000 project were brought in from the state budget by Ohio State Rep. Jerry Krupinski (Dem-98th). The rest of the money was brought in through private donations.
As for the items in the museum, the Puskarich family donated many of the antique watch-fobs on display. Negatives for some pictures were donated by Dale Davis. Other items have been donated by various community members over the years.
4. Why is it important/what's the point?
Ohio's coal production affects millions, and brings hundreds of millions of dollars into the state. The Cadiz coal museum was the first such museum of its kind.
5. Where is it?
Check the "Location" page, of course.
6. When is it open?
The hours of operation are Monday through Saturday at 9 AM to 5 PM. If you have a group appointment, which can be made using the "Contact" page, you can get into the museum on Sunday.