The Mining Foundation of the Southwest is a non-profit organization based in Tucson, Arizona. We are working to educate the public about mineral resources and the mineral extraction and processing industries and to honor outstanding accomplishments in the mining industry. Read about our activities in the July Concentrates..

MFSW Announces New Officers - March 2018

The 36th Annual American Mining Hall of Fame Awards Ceremony, Banquet, and Fundraiser will be held on December 1st, 2018.  We thank our 2017 and 2018 Sponsors for their generous support of our educational outreach activities.

2018 36TH ANNUAL AMERICAN MINING HALL OF FAME BANQUET REGISTRATION FORM

News from The University of Arizona

Metal Mining Waste Focus of $3.27M UA Superfund Research Program

Five colleges at the University of Arizona are studying human and environmental risks

and developing practical solutions for the mining industry and health professions.

 https://uanews.arizona.edu/story/metal-mining-waste-focus-327m-ua-superfund-research-program?utm_source=uanow&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=

Interested in joining or renewing your membership in the Foundation? Join or renew with secure online credit card payment option, pay by credit card, by fax, or pay by check.

Read this fascinating history of women in the mining industry by Avi Buckles: "Nor must we forget the Woman Prospector" - Women in Arizona Mining Industry.

2018 American Mining Hall of Fame Banquet Flyer

History of Mining in AZ Publications

Membership Form Application