Silver Dollar City is asking America’s kids to help uncover what’s next, launching a free, national kids club where big ideas come with a special delivery and inspire the country’s next generation of builders, creators and craftsmen.
“For more than 65 years, we’ve been keeping American craftsmanship alive at Silver Dollar City right out in the open where folks can hear the ring of a hammer, see glass shaped in fire and watch something real take form by hand,” said Brandei Clifton, senior publicity manager, Silver Dollar City. “Those skills are at risk across America. We’re seeing fewer young people step into the trades, and that’s not just a workforce problem; it’s an inspiration problem. Mini Miners is our way of passing the torch. It invites kids to dream and create. If craftsmanship has a home, it ought to have a future too, and we believe that future starts with them.”
The Mini Miners Crew invites kids ages 5–12 to apply to become members of a special team tasked with sharing ideas for future rides, food and experiences at the park in the Ozarks. Selected recruits receive a custom welcome kit in the mail with an official Mini Miners Crew light-up helmet, personalized membership certificate and club T-shirt.
Interested in joining the Mini Miners Crew? Upload a short video here sharing your big idea. Selected recruits will be featured in park content and may have an opportunity to present their concepts directly to park leaders. The program concludes with a Mini Miners Meetup Aug. 14 at Silver Dollar City.
Space in the mine is limited. Apply through June 30.
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