Garnet mine in North River

Garnet mining pits in North River. Circa 1915. North River, NY. Photo: Johnsburg Historical Society.

Where: North River
When: 1910-1920
Work: Extractive and Mining Industries
Institution: Johnsburg Historical Society
Tags: quarry

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