Wind River Heritage Center

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About Wind River Heritage Center

Explore the fascinating and rich history of early Fremont County and Wyoming at the Wind River Heritage Center, where they honor Wyoming wildlife and celebrate Western heritage!

Through wax figures, full body animal mounts, antique saddles, trap collections, 1900's era farm equipment, arrowhead collections and even Western artwork, the regions history comes to life and YOU can be a part of it!

Let's explore the wildlife museum first! Here, you can see 62 full body mounts, giving kids a chance to see some incredible animals up close. From big game, to trophy animals, animals that were used for their fur, and even fish, the beautiful animals of Wyoming are celebrated!

Have you ever seen a bear up close, or come face to face with a moose? You can here!

Be entertain and educated through museums of wax figures, full body animal mounts, trap collections, antique saddles, 1900’s-era farm equipment, a trapper’s cabin, arrowhead collections, and Western artwork. They offer patrons guided tours, films, living history reenactments, symposiums, a history book library, and programs year round.  27 historic scenes are captured via life-life wax figures of Native American, politicians, trappers, cowboys, and a whole slew of others who were influential in the region's development

Then you have the exhibits showcasing the rich heritage of the county and state, with that antique trap collection, as well as the farm equipment, and even a Trapper's Cabin! Kids, can you imagine what it must have been like to live and work in the region, over 100 years ago?

There is a wealth of history waiting to be discovered at the Wind River Heritage Center, so let's start that adventure and step into the history books - it's the best way to learn!

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Adults $5

Children $5

Last Update 2023

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Wind River Heritage Center FAQ’s

Doing our bit

Mission statement: 'To Preserve and celebrate Western heritage, to chronicle history in the area, and to honour Wyoming wildlife'

I’m Hungry! Can I get food at Wind River Heritage Center?

Grab something in the area before or after your visit, all that learning is hungry work!

Any top tips when visiting?

They offer patrons guided tours, films, living history reenactments, symposiums, a history book library, and programs year round.

Does Wind River Heritage Center have a gift shop?

There is a gift shop where you can pick up a number of historic gifts and souvniers relating to the museum's exhibits!

Teachers corner

They love groups visiting! Give them a call to arrange your school visit!

Is Wind River Heritage Center fully accessible?

Give them a call to ask about the accessibility, they will be happy to answer any questions