Category Archives: Local Folklore

“The Blood-Stained Book”: Murder Ballads of the Johnson County War

Posted on September 7, 2026 by ahcadmin

Post contributed by AHC Audiovisual Archivist Jessica LaBozetta. In Jessica’s free time, she enjoys playing traditional folk music and bluegrass in her community. The author would like to extend a special thanks to the wonderful librarians at the Johnson County … Continue reading →

Posted in 19th century, American West, Johnson County, Livestock industry, Local Folklore, Music History, outlaws, Uncategorized, Wyoming history | Tagged Amos Barber, ballads, Folk Music, Frank Canton, Johnson County War, Joseph M. Carey, Nathan Champion, Oral History, Wiliam Angus, Wyoming Stock Growers Association | 1 Comment

Tall Tales and Other Oddities – The Fabulous Jackalope of Wyoming

Posted on March 3, 2025 by ahcadmin

On 307 Day – March 7 – we invite you to consider the jackalope. Many are the visitors to Wyoming who have been taken in by the legend of the jackalope. Mounted specimens of the elusive creature can be found … Continue reading →

Posted in Local Folklore, Uncategorized, Western Americana, Wyoming Culture, Wyoming history | Tagged 307 Day, American Heritage Center Collections, Converse County, Douglas Wyoming, Folk legends, Historical Collections, Jackalope, Mythical creatures, Tall tales, Western artifacts, Western folklore, Western Memorabilia, Wyoming tourism, Wyoming traditions, Wyoming Travel | Leave a comment

Category Archives: Local Folklore

“The Blood-Stained Book”: Murder Ballads of the Johnson County War

Tall Tales and Other Oddities – The Fabulous Jackalope of Wyoming

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