Cheyenne Depot Museum Nelson Museum of the West

Cheyenne Depot Museum Nelson Museum of the West 121 West 15th Street 1714 Carey Avenue (307) 632-3905 (307) 635-7670 www.cheyennedepotmuseum.org www.nelsonmuseum.com

Experience the romance of the railroad at the Cheyenne Depot No visit to Cheyenne is complete until you’ve seen our extensive Museum, housed in the beautifully restored Union Pacific Depot Native American and Cowboy collections! Some of the finest ex- – a National Historic Landmark – in downtown Cheyenne. amples of Indian beadwork, basketry, pottery, quilled items and Travel on an emotional and historical journey into the mystery jewelry are on display. The exhibits also feature the US Cavalry, and allure of the railroad and the people who built it. View the leatherwork of F.A. Meanea and the silver artistry of Edward the model railroad layout handcrafted by the renowned Harry H. Bohlin. Brunk over a thirty year period. See the 1929 Art Deco lobby • Hours: May thru October, Monday–Friday 9am-4:30pm and get information at the Visitor Center. Visit the Cheyenne June thru August, Monday–Saturday 9am-4:30pm Depot Gift Shop for unique gifts and railroad memorabilia. • Hours: Monday–Friday 9am-5pm • Closed Sundays and holidays Saturday 9am-5pm; Sunday 11am-5pm • Admission • Extended summer hours • Trolley tour stop and map location 2 • Adult admission; children under 12 free • Cell phone audio tour 307-316-0069 (1# – 17#) • Beginning location of trolley tour and map location 1 • Cell phone audio tour 307-316-0065 (exhibits 1# – 6#) State Museum

Wyoming State Museum Wyoming State Capitol 2301 Central Ave., Barrett Building State Capitol (307) 777-7022 (307) 777-7220 www.wyomuseum.org http://wyoming.gov

Founded in 1895, the Wyoming State Museum exhibits and The cornerstone of the Wyoming State Capitol was laid in interprets the history of Wyoming. Ten galleries tell the story of Cheyenne on May 18, 1887. The Dome of the capitol is real Wyoming’s past from prehistory to the present. Bring your kids gold leaf. The 24-carat gold leaf dome is visible from all roads to the Hands-On-History room and visit the Museum Store. entering the city. The Wyoming Capitol has been, and still is, a • Hours: Monday–Saturday 9am-4:30pm dominant structure on the Cheyenne Skyline. • Hours: Weekdays 8am-5pm • Closed Sundays and holidays • Closed weekends and holidays • Free admission • Free admission • Trolley tour stop and map location 3 • Trolley tour stop and map location 4 • Cell phone audio tour 307-316-0077 (1# – 11#) Museum Map

CHEYENNE 1 DEPOT SQUARE: Visitors Center, Trolley Tickets, and Cheyenne Depot Museum 6 5 Nelson Museum 2 of the West 8 Wyoming State 3 Museum

Wyoming State 4 Capitol

Cheyenne Botanic 4 3 7 5 Gardens

Cheyenne Frontier 6 Days™ Old West 2 Museum 1 Historic Governors’ 7 Mansion

Warren ICBM and 8 Heritage Museum Not on the Trolley tour. Due to issues of national security, call in advance to ensure accessibility. Military ID required.

Narrated trolley tour is 90 minutes. Schedule varies on holidays and during ™. Call (307) 778-3133 to purchase Trolley Schedule tickets. More information at www.CheyenneTrolley.com.

CHEYENNE DEPOT SQUARE: CFD Nelson State State Botanic Governors’ return to Visitors Center, Trolley Tickets and Old West Museum Museum Capitol Gardens Mansion Depot Cheyenne Depot Museum Museum 10:00 am Tour Departs 10:13 am 10:20 am 10:34 am 10:38 am 10:51 am 10:54 am 11:09 am 11:30 am 11:30 am Tour Departs 11:43 am 11:50 am 12:04 pm 12:08 pm 12:21 pm 12:24 pm 12:39 pm 1:00 pm 1:00 pm Tour Departs 1:13 pm 1:20 pm 1:34 pm 1:38 pm 1:51 pm 1:54 pm 2:09 pm 2:30 pm 2:30 pm Tour Departs 2:43 pm 2:50 pm 3:04 pm 3:08 pm 3:21 pm 3:24 pm 3:39 pm 4:00 pm 4:00 pm Tour Departs 4:13 pm 4:20 pm 4:34 pm 4:38 pm 4:51 pm 4:54 pm 5:09 pm 5:30 pm Cheyenne Botanic Gardens Cheyenne Frontier Days™ Old West Museum

Cheyenne Botanic Gardens Cheyenne Frontier Days Old West Museum 710 S. Lions Park Drive 4610 Carey Avenue (307) 637-6458 (307) 778-7290 www.botanic.org www.oldwestmuseum.org

The Cheyenne Botanic Gardens in Lions Park is an oasis on the Marvel at one of the nation’s largest collections of historic horse- High Plains. Senior, youth and handicapped volunteers main- drawn vehicles, experience the region’s most celebrated western tain beautiful and tranquil gardens. Explore the solar heated art exhibitions and trace the history of Cheyenne Frontier Days conservatory exhibiting tropical plants, and stroll the exquisite from its beginnings in 1897 to what we know today as The nine acres of exterior grounds featuring twenty-five specialty gar- Daddy of ‘em All®. Let the kids explore the interactive children’s dens. Wyoming’s only public botanic garden! Includes the Paul learning center and visit the museum store for western gifts and Smith Children’s Village, which provides a place for families to rodeo souvenirs. learn, grow and play – featuring exhibits on sustainability. • Hours: Memorial Day thru Labor Day 9am-5pm Daily, • Hours: Weekdays 8am-4:30pm; Weekends 11am-3:30pm with extended hours during Cheyenne Frontier Days Children’s Village hours vary by season Labor Day thru January 1 and March 1 thru Memorial Day Call or visit www.botanic.org for current hours 9am-5pm Weekdays and 10am-5pm Weekends January and February: 10am-4pm Daily • Grounds open dawn to dusk • Adult admission; children under 12 free • Free admission • Trolley tour stop and map location 6 • Trolley tour stop and map location 5 • Cell phone audio tour 307-316-0079 (1# – 11#) • Cell phone audio tour 307-316-0071 (1# – 17#) Historic Governors’ Mansion F.E. Warren AFB ICBM and Heritage Museum

Historic Governors’ Mansion F.E. Warren ICBM and Heritage Museum 300 East 21st Street 401 Champagne Drive, Bldg. 31 (307) 777-7878 (307) 773-2980 http://wyospcr.state.wy.us www.warrenmuseum.com

Experience the first residence provided for Wyoming’s Governors The museum, in the historic headquarters’ building, depicts the and their families. The Colonial Revival mansion, built in 1904, rich heritage from 1867 to present including the development has been the setting for state dinners, first-family christenings, of the Air Force Intercontinental Ballistic Missiles systems. With wedding receptions and birthday parties. Included in the Mansion over 200 historic structures listed on the National Register, the tour are videos with electronic touch-screens providing informa- mission of F.E. Warren Air Force Base is explained with interac- tion about the former Governors, First Ladies, Mansion architec- tive exhibits. ture and more. Self-guided tours and group guided tours available. Not on the trolley tour. Due to issues of national security, • Winter Hours: Wednesday–Saturday 9am-5pm call in advance to ensure accessibility. Military ID required. Tuesdays by appointment • Hours: Monday–Friday 8am-4pm • Summer Hours: Monday–Saturday 9am-5pm Sunday 1-5pm • Closed weekends and holidays • Open July 4 and Labor Day weekends • Free admission 8 • Free admission • Map location • Trolley tour stop and map location 7 • Cell phone audio tour 307-316-0073 (1# – 39#) • Cell phone audio tour 307-316-0075 (1# – 20#) Cheyenne Museums Passport Your Cheyenne Museums Passport is your ticket to experience the rich history of Cheyenne’s thrilling and celebrated past. Relive the drama of the pioneers who built Cheyenne and explore the exciting cultural centers that showcase the wonders of Wyoming.

Cell Phone Audio Tours Cheyenne museum patrons can now enjoy free audio tours on their personal cell phones in seven Cheyenne museums. The audio tours describe individual muse- um exhibits, enhancing the museum experience with additional depth and information. Enjoy these audio tours in the museums or at your own convenience, perhaps as a preview of each museum. Audio tour phone numbers are included in each museum’s description inside this passport.

Trolley Tours (May through September) The Trolley offers fully-narrated historic city tours that capture the lively character of days gone by. Weekday tours includes stops at museums numbered 1 to 7 in this passport. Weekend tours do not include all of the stops. Trolley riders may purchase a regular trolley ticket or a Trolley Plus Pass, which in addition to the trolley ride, includes discounted admission to the Cheyenne Depot Museum, Nelson Museum of the West, and Cheyenne Frontier Days Old West Museum. Trolley tickets may be purchased at the Visitors Center in the lobby of the Historic Cheyenne Depot in downtown Cheyenne (121 W. 15th Street). The Trolley is also available for private charters year round. Tour times are listed inside this Passport. For more information or to purchase trolley tickets call (307) 778-3133 or visit www.CheyenneTrolley.com

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