Best of the Best Winner!
Best Museum in Cheyenne
Thank you, Cheyenne, for voting us this year's Best Museum in town!
We're proud to share Wyoming's rich history with all of our visitors and will continue to serve Wyomingites through collections care, meaningful exhibits, and educational programs.
We are honored and grateful for your support!
Family Day: S.T.E.M.
Saturday, Dec. 6
10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Unleash your inner scientist at our first ever S.T.E.M. Family Day!
- Dive into the exciting worlds of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math at hands-on interactive stations
- Meet local whizzes from UW, LCCC, and the Cheyenne's Children's Museum
- Fuel imaginations at Story Time with the Library
Join us to experiment, build, and discover!
Wyoming Women's Suffrage Day
Celebrate Wyoming Day and 156 Years of Women's Suffrage
Wednesday, Dec. 10: 1 - 3:30 p.m.
The State of Wyoming invites you to celebrate Wyoming Day on Wednesday, Dec. 10, from 1 - 3:30 p.m. in the Historic Supreme Court of the Capitol as we commemorate the 156th anniversary of the Women's Suffrage Act.
Part of the State's preparations for America's 250th anniversary, the event will honor Wyoming's pioneering legacy in recognizing women's right to vote and hold public office.
The free event will include a performance by the League of Women Voters of Cheyenne at 1 p.m. and a program by Kylie McCormick at 2:30 p.m. A light reception will be held from 2 - 2:30 p.m.
Cheyenne's Old West Holiday
Dec. 1 - 20
We're participating in Cheyenne's Old West Holiday again this year!
We are one of the "Santa Stops" where you can take a photo with "Rusty the Horse", write a letter to Santa, and fill out your passport book to potentially win a prize from Visit Cheyenne.
Bring your families and friends to the Museum between Dec. 1 and 20! The Museum is free and open Monday - Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Museums Change Lives
What We Learned from Our Social Impact Study
Museums don't just preserve history; they transform how we see the world.
This past spring and summer, we invited local families to help us answer a question: what happens when you make the museum part of your life?
Over several months, participants visited the museum with friends and family, and then shared how their experiences impacted them.
The results shared the impacts of museums on people's daily lives.
Sparking Curiosity
Visiting the museum increased participants' curiosity about how things work. They started asking "what if" questions, experimenting with new ideas, and challenging the status quo.
One participant said, "It gives us a place to learn about our state and community, and they have great events where we can have fun and learn even more."
Lasting Connections
Museums bring people together. After visiting our museum, visitors noted that they learned new things from friends or family, found it easier to develop social relationships, and their ability to see things from others' perspectives was improved.
"The family days have made it easier to put myself out there and meet mom friends who also like to go to the museum!" another participant shared.
Why this Matters
We're proud to contribute to a growing understanding of the roles museums play in building stronger communities.
The data tells us that museums are more than buildings full of artifacts. They're spaces where curiosity awakens, families connect, and communities grow stronger.
What's Next?
We're using these insights to shape future programs, improve visitor experiences, and deepen our impact on Cheyenne and Wyoming.
Want to be part of the story? Visit us, and bring friends or family, and see what can change for you.
This project was led by the American Alliance of Museums and funded by the Institute of Museum and Library Services.
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