Nice small and appropriate size with lots of information regarding history. Lots of Native American pottery, dress and lore. Mining was big on this area earlier on. Displays are outside as well. Lots to see and learn. Won't take more than an hour and a half. Call first I understand posted hours aren't always the rule. read more

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Small museum but packed with so much history and amazing artifacts. We used a BOGO Entertainment book coupon which saved me $8 on my 65+ mom. Like most of the towns started in AZ, Cave creek was built on mining, Native Americans and pure grit. The two gentleman who greeted us were friendly and well informed. Parking is free in the church next door. They have the last standing Tuberculosis cabin in the US. read more

Cave creek So much history here. I had no idea what stamping. Gordon Lightfoot's song, Carefree Highway, it is also on the cover album. From miners, ranching, dude ranching, American legion's, rodeos there is a lot to do in this area. Don't forget to check out the original historic, first church, the gold panning exhibit, and the tubercular cabin. Craft day, I got to make a turkey and a beaded ear of corn, lol. Loved it. Diane, Caroline, Debbie, Buck Debbie Carolyn, Carolyn, Mia Mia, Audra & Evelyn, thank you for making our visits so informative and fun. Craft day, I got to make a turkey and a beaded ear of corn, lol. Loved it. I WOULD RECOMMEND read more

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Had to visit this establishment for history of the area. Loads of displays dated back decades ago. Friendly and knowledgeable volunteers to answer questions and provide information about the history of Cave Creek et al. Remember to check the outside area as well because there is more places to see! read more

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A very small, but enjoyable museum about the history of Cave Creek. The attendants at the front desk were very polite and welcoming when we arrived. It is divided into two wings and an outside area with some mining equipment, a tuberculosis cabin, and a chapel. I especially liked all the information I could learn about the different Native American tribes, and the history of the mining that went on in the 1800s and early 1900s in Cave Creek. I took off one star just due to the size since it would be hard to spend over an hour here, however, I do recommend it for any fan of history, museums, or anyone who is interested in anything to do about Arizona or it's heritage. $10 for adults and $8 for seniors to enter. read more

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We came here on a a Phoenix Cultural Pass and loved every moment we were visiting there. The staff is amazing. The exhibits are so awesome. And the outdoor garden of labeled cactus types was really cool. There's so much history in that little museum. It's packed with so many things that we had fun discovering. And right now there's The Legacy of Gerry Jones. He's a talented Architect. There's amazing restaurants and shops minutes away from it as well so we had fun all day and will be back for more. read more

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We have been learning about mining in AZ and visited the museum and took the lecture and learned so much about mining in Carefree! We did not have enough time to linger inside the museum for very long but we will be going back. The tour of the stamp mine is fantastic. Greg is an excellent guide on the journey of mining in the AZ desert of the 1800's. It's not only a lecture but a mini demonstration of how they mined gold out of the desert. After the lecture there is an opportunity to pan for your very own gold. It's fantastic. I am sorry I have not been up there until recently. read more

We have been here before and thought it was good. We went again and many things have changed. We go yearly but last year missed it due to Covid. We talked with several volunteers and they told us many things change yearly. This year was a totally awesome, a table with food all represented by rocks. I was surprised to see how unique it was. Each item of food, meat, fruit, vegetables, desserts, and even drinks were rocks. That in itself is so worth to go there to see. We truly enjoy going there. read more

My second time here. Last month, I was looking for something to do in Cave Creek and found this museum. On the website, it said they had a gold mining experience on the second Saturday of each month. Well, we went on the second Saturday, but we didn't know that it started at 11am and you have to signup for it in advance. We toured the museum and I was impressed how much was there even though it was a small museum. Loved the food from rocks table display. Also was more interested on the left side exhibits, especially about medicine and we had a docent turn on the mini mill machine. They have the tuberculosis house in the back so it was cool to walk inside and outside to explore. When you are going outside in that hallway area, there is music that ties into the display there (this is all going off memory from last month). So we left with a lot of info and vowed to get in this month. We were the first ones signed up lol. When we went to check in, they didn't have us on the list, but thankfully, all the ladies remembered us and we got in. I absolutely loved the tour. The tall guy that started the tour is a great storytelling, very engaging and a loud voice so everyone could hear. I enjoyed the blacksmiths too. When the tour separated into two groups, it was hard to hear the other guy speak, but I still liked watching them all work as miners. The coolest part was the mill/grinder. At the end, you can pan for gold:) I had a lot of fun and would recommend this to anyone. When you drive in, you will think you are in the wrong place cuz it just looks like a dirt road. Keep driving and then park at the church next door. Then you can walk on the street to go around or go down the "hill." Look for the clear areas vs walking into the trees and bushes like I did lol. read more

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An outstanding museum of the history of Cave Creek and of the pioneers and native Americans who lived here. The displays are wonderful done and presented. There is also an outstanding outdoor exhibit with the actual mining mill that was assembled. This is a must stop if you are in the area. read more

Cool little museum packed with interesting info. We first heard about it because they participated in National Museum Day today and Smithsonian provided 2 free tickets. There's a whole room dedicated to finds from archaeological digs, and another with historical (mostly post-colonial) stuff. Really cool artwork and native animal stuff in the main area. In the back, they had old gold panning equipment and a church. There was a tuberculosis cabin that was closed for repairs. The grounds were interesting as well. Neat little place. read more

I apologize to the nice ladies at the museum, but for those of us with some wind left in our sails, it would prove boring. Seven dollar door fee, several rooms with some stuff, an old replica and church in the yard. But our elderly aunt liked it, she pondered over the old arrowheads and broken pottery for a good ten minutes. read more

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A must see when you visit Cave Creek. Check their website for the hours and events. Great for the whole family

The Cave Creek Museum has added a new program, the Arizona Gold Mining Experience. They do it only once a month, check their website for dates, but it's really informational and entertaining. Different people speak at different points in the program, but the really tall guy who started the program was a hoot. Very entertaining, but he got a lot info in as well. The whole program is like "a day at the mine" and you end up gold-panning as well, and I didn't get any gold, but I got some pretty agate and a nice amethyst. They give you an armband and there were lots of people, so we went over to Indian Village and had tacos, and came back to tour the Museum. It had been a while, but this is not the same Museum as a couple of years ago. I heard they are under new management and it shows. All the exhibits were very professional and of high quality. I was kind of sad they got rid of the Mine Model, but now they have a model of the Cave Cave Creek s name after. The Meal of Rocks was a really interesting display. Rocks that look like food! The docents are all super nice and knowledgeable. And I spent too much money at the gift shop, but I ended up buying a couple of books, a cute pair of earrings and a smudging bundle. The lady in the shop said they are getting Arizona Gold Mining t-shirts in and I might have to swing by---love to represent my town! Anyhow, very impressed! read more

Great little museum. Has both archeological and historical exhibits. Highlights the mining history of the area. Small museum; can be completely explored in less than two hours. But for $3, it's hard to argue with th size. And children under twelve are free. Slightly off the beaten path, but worth the drive. read more

This is a little, hard to find gem, as it is oft the beaten track, but well worth the effort. I have been to a lot of small town museums and this ranks right there at the top. Excellent exhibits giving a wonderful history of the area. The staff is friendly and very knowledgeable about the exhibits and area. Allow some time to go through everything. read more

This is a neat and sometime too hidden gem in our community. I like taking visitors and guests here and always learn something new too. The running of the stamp mill is something to see! A real, unique and restored piece of American history. The docents and knowledgeable and really paint a picture of what the town was like way back when. It is a wonderful asset to Cave Creek. read more

Amazing museum that chronicles the history of Cave Creek in addition to Native American heritage. The gold mining stamp mill demonstration is fantastic and panning for gold for kids afterwards is a real treat. Excellent place to visit and spend a few hours well worth the trip. read more

The work and efforts that have gone into this community museum is admirable. The directors and docents have worked very hard to portray the history of Cave Creek in a remarkable way. Having these pieces of history in Cave Creek is amazing! read more