From battlefields and forts to the majestic halls of the Wyoming State Capitol and the Historic Governor’s Mansion, Wyoming’s historic sites are home to a rich and diverse history. Wyoming played a significant role in forming the West as we know it. There is no shortage of ways to discover this unique Western history for yourself, by touring military forts, tracing the Oregon Trail ruts, or visiting iconic monuments like the Ames Monument and Independence Rock. For a more inclusive look at history through different cultural lenses, don’t miss unique stops like the Heart Mountain Interpretive Center and Medicine Wheel. You can even watch history come to life by joining one of several rendezvous events around the state.
