Durham Township near Riegelsville in Bucks County, Pennsylvania — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Durham Bat Mine
This 18th century abandoned iron ore mine now serves as an important refuge for several species of bats. With community support, Heritage Conservancy has been protecting these bats, the mine and the surrounding conservation area since acquiring it in 2001. The Conservancy is committed to ensuring permanent protection of this critical habitat and historic site.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Animals. A significant historical year for this entry is 2001.
Location. 40° 34.59′ N, 75° 13.407′ W. Marker is near Riegelsville, Pennsylvania, in Bucks County. It is in Durham Township. Marker is at the intersection of Philadelpia Road and Old Furnace Road, on the right when traveling north on Philadelpia Road. Marker is located in front of the Durham Mill. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Durham PA 18039, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 2 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Durham Township 9-11 Memorial (within shouting distance of this marker); Durham Township Veterans Memorial Flagpole and Terrace (within shouting distance of this marker); Durham Township Grist Mill (within shouting distance of this marker); The Durham Boat (about 600 feet away, measured in a direct line); Durham Furnace (approx. 0.2 miles away); Delaware Canal (approx. 1.4 miles away); Canal Boats (approx. 1.4 miles away); Riegelsville Civil War Memorial (approx. 2 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Riegelsville.
Also see . . .
1. Durham Caves and Bat Colonies. Durham historical Society website entry (Submitted on August 26, 2009, by Alan Edelson of Union Twsp., New Jersey.)
2. History of the Durham Gristmill. Durham Historical Society website entry (Submitted on August 26, 2009, by Alan Edelson of Union Twsp., New Jersey.)
Credits. This page was last revised on January 17, 2024. It was originally submitted on August 19, 2009, by Alan Edelson of Union Twsp., New Jersey. This page has been viewed 2,138 times since then and 25 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on August 19, 2009, by Alan Edelson of Union Twsp., New Jersey. • Kevin W. was the editor who published this page.