[1][2] Mining at Glengowla began in 1851, after a farmer discovered galena just under the soil surface.

The mine was in operation until 1865, eventually measuring 40 metres deep and 200 feet wide.

The main mining centred on silver and lead, though Connemara marble, gold,[4] dolerite, quartz, and rare green and blue octahedral fluorite.

There is also a heritage and visitor centre, a blacksmith's shop, and a circular powder house.

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