Minneapolis Bureau of Mines Building, Department of the Interior
The Minneapolis Bureau of Mines building, part of the Department of the Interior, was a federal facility dedicated to research and development in mining and mineral resources. Established to advance the understanding and utilization of the nation's mineral wealth, the Bureau played a significant role in geological surveys, safety research, and resource management. This building, located in Minneapolis, Minnesota, served as a hub for these critical scientific and governmental functions. Its demolition signifies the changing landscape of federal research facilities and the eventual closure of the Bureau of Mines itself in 1996.
Photo taken in May 2009.
