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The iron ore is mined from both underground mines and Open Pit s. The high water table in this region means that once pumping stops, the abandoned mines are quickly filled in with water. Ore was primarily shipped by Railroad to the port cities along Lake Superior , such as Two Harbors and Duluth, Minnesota . The Hill Annex Mine is now a state park and offers tours to visitors who wish to learn about mine operations. Tours are guided by former mine workers. The area is notable for being the site of the first class action sexual harassment case, '' Jenson V. Eveleth Taconite Co. ''; this action was the inspiration for the movie, ''North Country'' . EXTERNAL LINKS
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