Cheyenne, Laramie, and Southern Wyoming
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1. Fort Laramie National Historic Site
Fort Laramie is one of the most important historic sites in Wyoming, in part because its original buildings are extremely well preserved, but also because it played a role in several significant periods in Western history. Near the confluence of the Laramie and North Platte rivers, the fort began as a trading post in 1834, and it was an important provisioning point for travelers on the Oregon Trail in 1843, the Mormon Trail in 1847, and the California Trail in 1849, when it also became a military site. The 1868 Treaty of Fort Laramie was signed here, leading to the end of the First Sioux War, also known as Red Cloud's War. National Park Service rangers interpret scenes of military life and talk about the fur trade, overland migration, and relations between settlers and Native Americans.
965 Gray Rocks Rd., Fort Laramie, Wyoming, 82212, USA307-837–2221Sight Details
Rate Includes: Free, Site daily dawn–dusk; visitor center Sept.–May, daily 8–4, June–Aug., daily 8–7 -
2. American Heritage Center
The center houses more than 90,000 cubic feet (or nearly 17 miles) of rare books, collections of papers, and memorabilia related to such subjects as American and Western history, the petroleum industry, conservation movements, transportation, and the performing arts. Permanent and temporary art displays also fill the museum space.
2111 Willet Dr., Laramie, Wyoming, 82071, USA307-766–4114Sight Details
Rate Includes: Free, Closed weekends, Mon. 8 am–9 pm, Tues.–Fri. 8–5 -
3. Happy Jack Road
Although I–80 connects Cheyenne and Laramie more quickly, the drive between the two cities on Happy Jack Road (Highway 210) is very scenic, particularly in spring and early summer, when wildflowers are in full bloom. The road winds over the high plains, past Curt Gowdy State Park, and provides access to the Vedauwoo Recreation Area before linking back to I–80, 7 miles east of Laramie at the Abraham Lincoln Memorial Monument. At this state rest area you can obtain information about the region and view a larger-than-life sculpture of the 16th president's head looming above you.
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4. Harry C. Vaughan Planetarium
ObservatoryYou can learn about the stars and watch science presentations that transport you to vast landscapes at the planetarium's full-dome theater. Entertainment shows, where images dance to music above you, are also sometimes offered. Public shows are typically on Tuesday, Friday, and Saturday, as well as certain holidays. Private bookings also available.
University of Wyoming, 10th and Fremont Sts., Physical Sciences Bldg. basement, Laramie, Wyoming, USA307-766–6514Sight Details
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5. Laramie Plains Museum at the Historic Ivinson Mansion
This impressive, Queen Anne--style mansion is home to a growing collection of historical artifacts that help tell the history of the Laramie plains area. The home itself is a big part of the city's past. Its first owners, Edward and Jane Ivinson, were on the very first passenger train in 1868, and later constructed the mansion during Edward's run for governor of the new state of Wyoming. The home was saved from demolition in 1972, and is on the National Register of Historic Places. Tours are offered by informed docents.
603 Ivinson Ave., Laramie, Wyoming, 82071, USA307-742–4448Sight Details
Rate Includes: $10, Mid-June–mid-Aug., Tues.–Sat. 9–5:30, Sun. 1–4; mid-Aug.–Dec. and Mar.–mid-June, Tues.–Sat. 12:30–5:30. -
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6. Rocky Mountain Herbarium
Other AttractionThe herbarium focuses on Rocky Mountain plants, but also includes other examples of flora from the northern hemisphere. But don't expect any living plants here. This is a working dry plant research facility, and features 1.3 million specimens mounted on paper. Visitors are welcome to take a tour.
University of Wyoming, 9th St. at University Ave., Aven Nelson Bldg., 3rd fl., Laramie, Wyoming, USA307-766–2236Sight Details
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7. University of Wyoming Anthropology Museum
Museum/GalleryThe Anthropology Museum at the university takes visitors on a journey through human evolution, starting in Africa millions of years ago. Part of the museum also celebrates hunter-gatherer societies throughout world history.
University of Wyoming, 12th and Lewis Sts., Anthropology Bldg., Laramie, Wyoming, USA307-766–5136Sight Details
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8. University of Wyoming Art Museum
Museum/GalleryAmong the artworks displayed in the campus art museum are paintings, sculpture, photography, and folk art from America, Europe, Africa, and Asia.
University of Wyoming, 2111 E. Willett Dr., Centennial Complex, Laramie, Wyoming, 82071, USA307-766–6622Sight Details
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9. University of Wyoming Insect Gallery
Museum/GalleryKids especially enjoy looking at the butterflies, mosquitoes, and other crawling and flying critters at the Insect Gallery at UW. The collection includes preserved insects, as well as a small zoo of live ones.
University of Wyoming, 13th and Lewis Sts., Agriculture Bldg., Room 4018 , Laramie, Wyoming, USA307-766–2298Sight Details
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10. Wyoming Territorial Prison State Historic Site
Perhaps because of the bedlam of the early days, Laramie became the site of the Wyoming Territorial Prison in 1872. Until 1903 it was the region's federal and state penal facility, locking down Butch Cassidy and other infamous frontier outlaws. Today the restored prison is a state historic site that brings to life the legends of frontier law and justice. Open year-round, with curtailed hours in the winter.
975 Snowy Range Rd., Laramie, Wyoming, 82070, USA307-745–3733Sight Details
Rate Includes: $9, Closed Sun.–Tues. Oct.–Apr., May–Oct., daily 9–6.
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