Beth.-Center Coal Miner Memorial Traditional Cache
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Beth.-Center Coal Miner Memorial
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The Bethlehem-Center Coal Miner Memorial is a fine example of public/community art brought to fruition under the guidance of Mr. Tom Shimrock, Beth.-Center High School art teacher (since retired). His art students were integral to the creation of this piece. Local artist, Alan Cottrill, completed the bronze sculpting in collaboration with Mr. Shimrock. It was dedicated May 31, 2003. Names of miners were placed on the memorial in recognition of their work and a monetary donation toward the completion of the project. There are no plans to add names to the piece. Those genuinely interested in pursuing local coal mining history can contact the high school's librarian. A small local history collection is maintained in the Beth.-Center High School library. You may see replicas of this statue scattered throughout the region - most notably at the Quecreek Mine Rescue site in Somerset County.
Do not attempt this cache between 7:15 AM - 7:45 AM and 2PM -2:35PM during the school year. These are the arrival and departure times for students. It is best to park at these coordinates: N40 01.232 and W80 01.700 at parking slots 1, 2, 3. Other parking slots are assigned. Of course, it is best to visit this cache in the summer, but it can be attempted anytime during daylight hours.
The school has given permission for this cache but it is always best to be as inobtrusive as possible.
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