Wyoming Pioneer Memorial Museum

Found at the Wyoming State Fairgrounds of Douglas, Wyoming, the Wyoming Pioneer Museum is open year round. The museum has geological and anthropological collections, which have been preserved and interpreted for visitors. The displays are mostly western artifacts showing the move westward from the east coast to the west coast expansion. The first pioneers of the area settled in 1884. Most of the group was 21 years of age hoping to reside in Wyoming territory and open businesses.

In 1905 a tradition of annual meetings started. This was the first time the Wyoming State Fair was held in Douglas, which made it easy for many Wyoming residents to congregate for discussions and fun. Cowboys, freighters, soldiers, and stockmen came to the fair. By 1926, Douglas incorporated. All of this history and much more can be learned by visiting the Wyoming Pioneer Memorial Museum. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday 8am to 5pm, Saturday 1pm to 5pm. These hours are good for June through September. Winter hours will differ. There is no need for a daily use permit. No fees are charged for seeing the museum. There are facilities on site at the museum such as water and restrooms.