Royalton, Italy
The North #1 mine is a closed coal mine that was located in Royalton, Illinois. The Big Muddy and Carterville Coal Company opened the North #1 mine in 1907. Franklin Coal & Coke Company took over this mine in 1910, and along with its mine south of Royalton, operated two mines in Royalton. At its pea
k, the #1 mine (sometimes also referred to as the #7 mine) employed over 600 miners. In 1949 Lyda B mine, was opened however it closed in 1952.
Listen to the audio guide for Royalton North No. 1 Mine Explosion Free on WIP — starts by itself when you arrive, even with the screen off