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Category Archives: Wyoming history
A History of Powell, Wyoming
In honor of the incorporation of Powell Wyoming on May 10, 1910, here is a brief history and glance at the city. The history of Powell, Wyoming is long and storied. The Powell area was first discovered by white men … Continue reading
Posted in Agricultural history, Heart Mountain, Interns' projects, Local history, Uncategorized, water resources, Wyoming history
Tagged A. G. Lucier, Buffalo Bill Cody, John Colter, Major John Wesley Powell, Powell High School, Powell Wyoming, Shoshone Irrigation Project, Shoshone River, U.S. Bureau of Reclamation
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Your Loving Frank: Romance on the Transcontinental Railroad
It might surprise you to find romance amid the story of the back-breaking and dangerous labor involved in building the transcontinental railroad. But we have one for you. We’re commemorating the anniversary of the joining of the Central Pacific and … Continue reading
Celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
The month of May is a time to celebrate the history, traditions, cultures, and contributions of all Asian American and Pacific Islander immigrants and citizens in the United States. This month was chosen because it commemorates the immigration of the … Continue reading
The Photography of Lora Webb Nichols
The American Heritage Center recently premiered a new exhibit featuring the photography of longtime Encampment, Wyoming resident Lora Webb Nichols. This exhibit, which is on display at the American Heritage Center until late July, was curated by Lora Webb Nichols … Continue reading
Mable Wyoming Cheney Moudy
Mable Wyoming Cheney was born on May 2, 1878, in Atlantic City, near South Pass, Wyoming. Her father, Ervin F. Cheney (1844-1922), came west to Fort Sanders as a soldier after the Civil War. He helped survey the town of … Continue reading
Caroline Lockhart: Cody’s Wild West Woman
In honor of Women’s History Month, let’s explore the life and times of one Caroline Lockhart! Caroline Lockhart, born February 24, 1871, is just one of Wyoming’s many famous women. She moved to Cody, Wyoming, in 1904 and remained there … Continue reading
Posted in Rodeo history, Uncategorized, Western history, women's history, Wyoming history
Tagged Buffalo Bill, Cody Stampede, Cody Wyoming
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Grand Teton National Park and the Jackson Hole National Monument Controversy
Grand Teton National Park – one of the most beautiful spots in Wyoming – turns 93 on February 26. It was originally a Native American hunting ground. British and American fur traders were drawn to the area for its exceptionally … Continue reading
The Last of the Great Train Bandits – Bill Carlisle
February 9th marks the 106th anniversary of William L. “Bill” Carlisle’s first train robbery, which took place in 1916 outside Green River. It was a sensational event in the state, all the more notable as it was thought that the … Continue reading
Honoring Martin Luther King, Jr./Wyoming Equality Day
Martin Luther King, Jr./Wyoming Equality Day falls on the third Monday in January. It marks a time of remembrance and reflection on the life and work of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and his relentless quest for equality, human rights … Continue reading
Mrs. Money – Nellie Tayloe Ross
While Nellie Tayloe Ross is often remembered for being Wyoming’s first and only female governor, it is lesser known that she spent most of her career as the Director of the U.S. Mint. President Franklin D. Roosevelt appointed her to … Continue reading
Posted in Political history, Uncategorized, women's history, Wyoming history
Tagged Franklin D. Roosevelt, U.S. Mint
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