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Join us for a look back at the wild, woolly and wonderful history of Wyoming.

08/20/2026

On this day in Wyoming History: In Cheyenne, the first car of the newly franchised electric railway ran during the Frontier Day celebration in 1908.

Check out our photo collection here: https://spcrphotocollection.wyo.gov/luna/servlet

08/14/2026

Whether you’re preserving family stories or building a community archive, join us for Programming Oral History: A Quick-Start Guide!

In this live webinar, we’re breaking down the practical tools you need to take your project from idea to archive:
- Project Design: How to plan, structure, and set clear goals.
- Interview Techniques: Asking open-ended questions and navigating quiet moments.
- Tech & Setup: Capturing clean audio with standard gear or smartphones.
- Preservation: Simple steps for ethics, consent, and long-term storage.

Event Details:
- Date: Friday, August 21
- Time: 10:00am
- Location: Online via Google Link
- Register on Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1996464033668?

08/06/2026

The Wyoming State Archives Speaker Series invites you to step into the boots of 19th-century soldiers with its upcoming presentation, "Campaigns in the American West." Featuring archaeologist and cultural resource specialist Nathan May, the event will take place on Thursday, August 13, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. in the Wyoming State Museum classroom.

The event is free and open to the public. Participation is available both in person and online, with a live Q&A session following the presentation.

When: Thursday, August 13, 2026, at 7:00 p.m.
In-Person Location: Wyoming State Museum classroom, 2301 Central Avenue, Cheyenne.
Virtual Attendance: Registration is required for virtual access. Please visit: eventbrite.com/o/wyoming-state-archives-49902991693.

07/22/2026

Happy Cheyenne Day! The Archvies will be closing today at noon. See you tomorrow at 8:30 am!

07/10/2026

Ready to bring your historical collections into the digital age without breaking the bank?

Join the Roving Archivist Program (RAP) for this month’s Quick Tips session: "Digitization Basics for Archives."

This free webinar is designed specifically for beginners, staff, and volunteers with limited budgets and no prior technical experience.

Featured Speaker: Kail Moede, Assistant Digitization Supervisor at the American Heritage Center, will break down practical, low-cost workflows for digitizing and preserving your collections.

What we will cover:

- Project Planning: How to set realistic goals and timelines before you scan.
- Tools & Standards: Budget-friendly hardware/software choices and basic FADGI guidelines.
- File Management: Best practices for metadata, file naming, and secure long-term storage.
- Media Tips: Handling paper documents and photographs, plus key considerations for audio-visual formats.

Event Details:
- Date: Friday, July 17
- Time: 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM MDT
- Location: Online via Google Meet
Learn more and get connection details at rovingarchivist.wyo.gov/connect/quick-tips or email us with questions at [email protected].

07/07/2026

Join the Wyoming State Archives Speaker Series on Thursday, July 9, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. for "Branding Irons & Cattle Barons: The Heraldry of the Grasslands," a free presentation by historian Evan Green.

This talk explores how simple branding irons became the ultimate symbols of wealth, ownership, and law on the open range, ultimately shaping the economic foundation of the American West. Green, a fi****ms historian at the Wyoming State Museum with a deep background in Western traditions, will share how these livestock marks forged the identity of modern Wyoming.

Event Details: The event is free and open to the public. Participation is available both in person and online, with a live Q&A session following the presentation.
- When: Thursday, July 9, 2026, at 7:00 p.m.
- In-Person Location: Wyoming State Museum classroom, 2301 Central Avenue, Cheyenne.
- Virtual Attendance: Registration is required for virtual access. Please visit: eventbrite.com/o/wyoming-state-archives-49902991693.

07/04/2026

✨ Want a peek behind the scenes? Tour times are set! ✨

If you're planning to celebrate America's 250th with us this weekend, don't miss your chance to see what goes on behind closed doors at the archives. We are hosting quick, exclusive tours of our spaces this Saturday, July 4th!

⏱️ Tour Times: 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 2:00 PM, 3:00 PM, and 4:00 PM
⏳ Duration: These are short and sweet—just 10 to 15 minutes long!
👥 Group Size: Limited to 10–15 people per group.

Tours are completely first-come, first-served. When you arrive, just look for the "Tour Meets Here" sign to line up for your spot!

As a reminder, our exhibits are open this Saturday from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM. Come explore Wyoming’s history and catch a tour while you're here!

06/27/2026

We'll be open for your holiday weekend!

If you have been wanting to visit the archives, this long weekend is a great time to come see us. Please note our specific schedule for research, exhibit viewing, and tours:

Friday, July 3rd (Research Room Only): 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM (The exhibit will not be open on this day while we put on the finishing touches).

Saturday, July 4th (Exhibit Viewing): 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM (Open for viewing the exhibit only).

Tour Details: We will also be hosting behind-the-scenes tours of our spaces on July 4th. These will be limited to 10–15 people per tour on a first-come, first-served basis. Specific tour times will be posted soon.

We look forward to celebrating America's 250th with you. Have a wonderful and safe holiday!

06/11/2026

Tomorrow night! Join the Wyoming State Archives Speaker Series tomorrow, Thursday, June 11, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. as we welcome acclaimed historian Dr. Martha Sandweiss to discuss her book, Girl in the Middle: A Recovered History of the American West.

Attend in person or stream online (includes a live Q&A)!
When: Thursday, June 11, 2026 @ 7:00 p.m.
In-Person: Wyoming State Capitol Extension Auditorium, Cheyenne
Virtual: Registration required via Eventbrite: eventbrite.com/o/wyoming-state-archives-49902991693

06/04/2026

Join the Wyoming State Archives on Thursday, June 11, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. for a free presentation by acclaimed historian Dr. Martha Sandweiss on her new book, Girl in the Middle: A Recovered History of the American West.

Dr. Sandweiss investigates an 1868 Fort Laramie treaty photograph, recovering the identity of Sophie Mousseau—the young Native girl at the center of the frame who remained anonymous for over a century while the powerful men around her were meticulously documented.

Attend in person or stream online (includes a live Q&A)!
When: Thursday, June 11, 2026 @ 7:00 p.m.
In-Person: Wyoming State Capitol Extension Auditorium, Cheyenne
Virtual: Registration required via Eventbrite: eventbrite.com/o/wyoming-state-archives-49902991693

Address

2301 Central Avenue, 1st Floor
Cheyenne, WY
82002

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday	8:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+13077777826

Website

http://wyoarchives.org/

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