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19 June 2025

Statehood Day Celebration at the Wyoming Territorial Prison State Historic Site in Laramie

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Statehood Day Celebration at the Wyoming Territorial Prison State Historic Site in Laramie

 

LARAMIE, Wyo. – June 19, 2025 – The Wyoming Territorial Prison State Historic Site will celebrate Wyoming's 1890 statehood with a special event on July 10. Guests can enjoy free admission all day, with activities from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., thanks to the sponsorship of the Wyoming Territorial Park Historic Association.

 

"We are thrilled to invite the community to join us in celebrating Wyoming's rich history on Statehood Day," said Jessica Lira, superintendent of the Wyoming Territorial Prison State Historic Site. "This event will be a wonderful opportunity for families to experience 19th-century life and create lasting memories. We look forward to seeing everyone at the Wyoming Territorial Prison State Historic Site!"

 

This family-friendly celebration will feature a variety of activities, including appearances by Cowboy Joe, Jubilee Days Royalty, a balloon twister, and costumed interpreters portraying life in 19th-century Laramie. Laramie's Sagebrush Stringband will provide live music from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Each visitor will receive a complimentary cupcake while supplies last, and food trucks will be on-site, offering a variety of delicious options.

 

Activities include demonstrations of candle-making and hand-processed wool, along with a stick horse rodeo for children aged five and under. For just $20, visitors can capture a piece of history with a professional tintype portrait taken using a camera with a lens from the 1800s.

 

Built in 1872, the Wyoming Territorial Prison has a storied history, housing over 1,000 outlaws, including the infamous Butch Cassidy. After a new prison was constructed in Rawlins in 1903, the facility was repurposed by the University of Wyoming as an agricultural experiment station until 2004, when it became managed by Wyoming State Parks and Cultural Resources as a historic site.

 

The regular operating hours for the Wyoming Territorial Prison State Historic Site are from May through September, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily, and October through April, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Thursday through Saturday.

 

Learn more about Wyoming State Parks and Historic Sites at wyoparks.wyo.gov.

 

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Figure 1: The Wyoming Territorial Prison State Historic Site in Laramie, image courtesy of Wyoming State Parks. Figure 2: Cowboy Joe and his handlers, image courtesy of the University of Wyoming. Figure 3: Jubilee Days Royalty, image courtesy of Cedar Mountain Photography.
 

Contact: Jessica Lira, 307-745-6161; This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

 

 
17 June 2025

Wyoming Cultural Trust Fund Awards Nearly $678,000 in Grants

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Wyoming Cultural Trust Fund Awards Nearly $678,000 in Grants

 

CHEYENNE, Wyo. — June 17, 2025 — The Wyoming Cultural Trust Fund (WCTF) has awarded $677,768.79 to support 35 cultural and heritage projects across the state, the board announced following its most recent grant review meeting.

 

The funding supports a diverse range of initiatives, including historic preservation efforts, public art installations, performing arts programming, interpretive signage, music festivals, museum projects, and archaeological research.

 

“These projects represent the rich cultural heritage and creative spirit found across Wyoming,” said Renée Bovée, WCTF program coordinator. “From restoring historic buildings to hosting community concerts, this funding helps strengthen cultural access and preservation statewide.”

 

The full list of grant recipients, organized by county, is below:

 

Albany County

  • Laramie Community Foundation, Touchstone Laramie 2025 Biennial Arts Exhibition – $6,140

  • Quadra Dangle Society of Laramie, Accessible Restroom Addition – $15,826.26

Carbon County

  • Little Snake River Museum, Jim Baker Cabin Preservation/Restoration Project – $40,379

Fremont County

  • Central Wyoming College (Archaeology), Wiggins Fork Bison Jumps Complex Dating – $50,000

  • Dubois Chamber Music, 2025 Season – $4,141

  • The American Mountain Men, South Pass Historical Marker – $4,997.89

  • Center for Popular Research, Education and Policy, Ancestral Elders Garden & Celebration – $11,500

Johnson County

  • Jim Gatchell Memorial Museum, Carnegie Building Restoration Phase Four – $50,000

Laramie County

  • Arts Cheyenne, Cheyenne Artwalk 15-Year Anniversary – $2,450

  • Cheyenne Airport Board, Arts & Aviation Center Canopy Replacement – $50,000

  • Cheyenne Civic Center Foundation, Sound and Lighting Upgrades – $27,259.74

  • Cheyenne Symphony Orchestra, “Land That I Love” Concert and Outreach – $15,000

Lincoln County

  • Salt River Arts Society, Ford Theater Façade Construction – $50,000

  • Star Valley Arts Council, 2025–26 Arts Programming – $10,530

Natrona County

  • Casper Civic Chorale, 2025–2026 Season – $3,000

  • Citizens for a Civic Auditorium, The Lyric Project Evaluation – $50,000

  • Wyoming Symphony Orchestra, 2025 Pops in the Park – $47,500

Park County

  • City of Cody Parks Department, 2025 Concerts in the Park – $2,500

Sheridan County

  • The Brinton Museum, “Shadow & Light” Native American Printmakers Exhibit – $10,875

  • Sheridan Community Education Foundation, Sheridan High School Fall Drama Club – $3,000

  • Ucross Foundation, Bighorn Collective Arts Festival 2025 – $12,500

Sublette County

  • Pinedale Fine Arts Council, 2025 Soundcheck/Folk for Kids Series – $6,000

  • Sublette County Historical Society, Museum of the Mountain Man Expansion Plan – $50,000

Teton County

  • Art Association of Jackson Hole, Ceramics Kiln Replacement – $15,000

  • Community Entry Services, “Music for All” Music Therapy – $5,400

  • Dancers’ Workshop, 2025 Presenting Series – $10,000

  • Jackson Hole Chorale, Celebrate America with Song – $15,000

  • Jackson Hole Public Art, Transit and Ecology Sculpture Project – $15,000

  • Vista 360°, Cowboy Crafts Workshop – $14,000

Uinta County

  • Evanston STARS, Sound Equipment Enhancement – $20,000

Washakie County

  • Washakie Museum, Indigenous Printmakers Exhibit – $7,875

Statewide Projects

  • Culture Conservation Corps, Silversmith Workshop – $7,650

  • Wyoming Music Educators Association, Non-Profit Office Setup – $5,231.90

  • Wyoming PBS Foundation, “Call of the West” Documentary – $34,750

  • Wyoming SHEEP Foundation, 2025 Sheep & Wool Festival – $4,263

 

For more information about the Wyoming Cultural Trust Fund and its grant programs, visit wyoculturaltrust.com.

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16 June 2025

Wyoming Veterans in Focus: Oral History & Photo Exhibit Project

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Wyoming Veterans in Focus: Oral History & Photo Exhibit Project

LARAMIE, Wyo. — June 16, 2025— The Wyoming Department of State Parks and Historic Sites, Wyoming State Archives, and Wyoming Arts Council are partnering on a project to gather and exhibit portraits and oral histories of Wyoming military veterans. The exhibition will open in the temporary exhibit gallery at the Wyoming Territorial Prison State Historic Site in time for Memorial Day 2026. "Wyoming Veterans in Focus: Oral History and Photo Exhibit Project" ensures that Wyoming veterans' experiences are preserved in their own words through conversations with those who share the unique bond of military service. The project pairs veterans with fellow veterans of all ages to conduct interviews about their experiences and lives in Wyoming. There will be 3-5 formal interview dates at locations across the state. Each scheduled session will include professional portrait photography to preserve the stories and faces of Wyoming's military community.

There are two main ways to be involved:
  • Wyoming State Archives staff is overseeing the oral histories, including training veterans to conduct oral histories, editing, and preserving the information collected. Veterans interested in participating as either an interviewer or as an interviewee can complete an online participation form by June 30, 2025. The form is available at: https://forms.gle/goQaYziX5Vp9CEMq5
  • The Wyoming Arts Council is administering a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) to select one portrait photographer who will conduct photo shoots around the state and produce high-quality, printed, and mounted photos for the exhibition. The RFQ is open to Wyoming photographers, and those with current or former military experience are encouraged to apply. The deadline to apply to the RFQ is June 26, 2025 and is available online at: https://artist.callforentry.org/festivals_unique_info.php?ID=15533
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16 June 2025

2026 Wyoming Archaeology Awareness Month Posters Call for Commissioned Art

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2026 Wyoming Archaeology Awareness Month Posters Call for Commissioned Art

 

LARAMIE, Wyo. – June 16, 2025 – In collaboration between the Wyoming Arts Council (WAC) and the Wyoming State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO), a new call for commissioned artwork is currently open. The 2026 Wyoming Archaeology Awareness Month Poster Call is an open call for regional artists to submit a poster proposal. The selected artist will receive a $6,000 payment, and their artwork will be featured on the Semiquincentennial Wyoming Archaeology Awareness Poster for America's 250th Anniversary. 

The artist call can be found at bit.ly/WAAM2026ArtistCall. All interested applicants must apply through CaFE.

 

This project seeks an artist to envision and explore what Wyoming's Indigenous people's connection to the horse in the 18th century meant as a celebration of one of the many ways in which Wyoming was thriving during this period. We are seeking visual artists who will explore, through art, Wyoming's early connection with horses as documented in the archaeological record and how this understanding has contributed to our national heritage. 

 

Additionally, this program includes the distribution of the poster statewide, nationally, and internationally. Traditionally, the poster program features and celebrates an archaeological site or artifact from Wyoming. To see examples of Wyoming Archaeology Awareness Month (WAAM) Posters, please visit the SHPO website at bit.ly/WAAMAwardPosters

 

The WAAM Poster call is open to visual artists from Wyoming, Colorado, Montana, Idaho, and Utah. Both established and emerging artists are welcome to apply. Native American artists are highly encouraged to apply for this commission. The artist must be willing to work within the archaeological theme identified for the project. Complete eligibility requirements can be found on CaFE. Additional project resources and reference materials will be provided to the selected artist. The call will close on July 18, 2025, at 11:59 p.m

 

For project-related questions, please contact Gwendolyn Kristy at the Wyoming State Historic Preservation Office at 307-766-5366 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. For questions about CaFE or the application, contact Kimberly Mittelstadt at the Wyoming Arts Council at 307-274-6673 or Kimberly.Mittelstadt@wyo.gov.

 

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Figure 1: The 2025 Wyoming Archaeology Awareness Month Poster

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13 June 2025

Governor Gordon Proclaims June 17 - July 4, 2025, as Civic Season in Wyoming

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Governor Gordon Proclaims June 17 - July 4, 2025, as Civic Season in Wyoming

CHEYENNE, WY –June 13, 2025
 Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon officially signed a proclamation on June 12, 2025, declaring June 17 to July 4, 2025, as Civic Season in Wyoming. This statewide initiative encourages reflection on the nation's history and active participation in shaping its future.

The season begins on June 17th at 5:30 pm with a panel at the Laramie County Library that will highlight local high school students in conversation with civic superheroes Melissa Martin, Marguerite Herman, JoLynn Paulsen, and Milward Simpson. It culminates with the Civic Season Festival on Wednesday, July 2, from 5:30 - 8:00 pm on the Wyoming State Museum grounds, where guests can enjoy live music, inspiring speeches, and creative educational activities that help individuals learn more about civics. A full schedule can be found at: wyomuseum.wyo.gov/civicseason.

The Wyoming State Museum has been a leading force in Civic Season since 2022, expanding its programming this year to include a "slice of History" pizza party at the Wyoming Women's History House in Laramie on Wednesday, June 25 at 6:30 pm. Melisa McChesney, Curator of Community Engagement at the museum, emphasized the importance of the initiative, stating, "Civic Season is a new American tradition encouraging people to go beyond hotdogs and fireworks to dive deep into our nation's democracy, identity, and future." Each of the six upcoming Civic Season events is designed as an entry point into civic engagement, utilizing games, community debates, teenage speakers, pizza parties, and even live music to create fun and inviting environments for civic education and exploration.

Wyoming’s Civic Season was developed by the Wyoming State Museum with the support of essential community partners and speakers including Better Together, Braver Angels, CHISPA, Cheyenne League of Women Voters, Laramie County Community Partnership, Laramie County Library System, Lions Club, Kiwanis Club, NAACP Cheyenne, Wyoming ACLU, Dr. Rev. Hilton McClendon, Sr., Former Representative Jim Byrd, Kylie McCormick, Representative Lee Filer, and County Clerk Debra Lee.
 
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Figure 1: Governor Gordon displays the Civic Season proclamation at its signing on Thursday, June 12, 2025. Figure 2: Civic Season planning committee members and Wyoming State Parks & Cultural Resources employees pose for a photo with the Governor at the Civic Season 2025 proclamation signing. 
 
Contact: Melisa McChesney, 307-630-2573; MelisThis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 
 

 
13 June 2025

Wyoming Arts Council Announces Two New Calls for Public Art

 
 

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Wyoming Arts Council Announces Two New Calls for Public Art


CHEYENNE, Wyo. 
– June 13, 2025 – The Wyoming Arts Council announces two new calls for entry for the Art in Public Buildings Program. The two sites around the state include the new expansion of the Health Sciences Building on the Western Wyoming Community College campus in Rock Springs, WY and the new Stolt Hall on the Wyoming Girls’ School campus in Sheridan, WY. Through the State of Wyoming’s Art in Public Buildings program, artwork will be commissioned for both of the facilities.  

The request for qualifications (RFQ) deadlines are as follows:
  • Wyoming Girls’ School Stolt Hall Project closes July 9, 2025
  • Western Wyoming Community College Health Sciences Project closes July 25, 2025
The call and additional details are available on the Wyoming Arts Council’s CaFE profile (callforentry.org). Submissions to the RFQ must be made through CaFE by the deadline listed. There are separate committees for each project, tasked with reviewing applications, selecting finalists, and making the final artwork selection. Wyoming artists are encouraged to apply and will be given preference.

Art in Public Buildings legislation for the State of Wyoming is administered through the Wyoming Arts Council.

For more information, please contact Ismael Dominguez, Programs Specialist, at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 307-275-4476.
 
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Figure 1: A rendering of the new facility at The Wyoming Girls’ School near Sheridan, WY. Image courtesy of QC 10 Architects.
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09 June 2025

Third Annual Wyoming Firearms & Outdoor Recreation Expo in Casper July 19, 2025

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Third Annual Wyoming Firearms & Outdoor Recreation Expo in Casper July 19, 2025

 

CASPER, Wyo. - June 9, 2025 - The Wyoming Office of Outdoor Recreation is excited to host the third annual Wyoming Firearms & Outdoor Recreation Expo on July 19, 2025, in partnership with David Street Station.

 

“It’s great to see the overwhelming support of the firearms and outdoor recreation industry in our state. This Expo is unique because the vendors are solely Wyoming-based businesses and organizations,” said Frances Schaetz, outreach coordinator for the Wyoming Office of Outdoor Recreation. “It’s an honor to create a space for these exhibitors to promote their products and connect with visitors and residents.”

 

This year, the event will run from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on July 19, 2025, at David Street Station in downtown Casper, Wyoming.

 

The Expo is admission-free and open to the public. The Expo will feature exhibitor booths, live entertainment by Joey Patterson, and family-friendly activities. Local food and drink vendors will be on-site, including How You Bean, Papa Lombardi, Northern Ice, and Iskrem Truck.

 

Attendees can explore products, gear, and demonstrations by the following Wyoming-based brands and organizations:

 
  • Advance Casper

  • Cutting Edge Tactics and Training

  • FEROX (previously known as Savage Works)

  • Guardian Warrior Solutions

  • Lucid Optics

  • MAVEN Outdoor Equipment

  • OCR Fly Reels

  • Red White & Blued

  • Stuckenhoff Range

  • Thunder Beast Arms Corporation

  • Victor Company USA, Inc.

  • Wyoming Game & Fish Department

  • Wilkinson Tactical, LLC

  • Wyoming Cartridge Co.

  • Wyld Gear

  • Wyoming Office of Outdoor Recreation

  • Wyoming Patriots

  • Wyoming State Trappers Association

  • 9x19 Fabrication

  • & more!

 

To kick off the Expo and highlight the economic benefits of outdoor recreation, the Wyoming Office of Outdoor Recreation will also host an Outdoor Recreation Legislative Panel at David Street Station on July 19 from 11:00 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.

 

This panel is free and open to the public. It will allow legislators and elected officials to discuss the importance of growing and sustaining the outdoor recreation industry. 


To learn more about the Firearms & Outdoor Recreation Expo, or to mark your calendars, visit wyorec.info/expo2025. You can also learn more about the Office of Outdoor Recreation at wyorec.com.

 

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Figures 1-3: Attendees enjoy exploring the Wyoming Firearms & Outdoor Recreation Expo in 2025. 
 
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06 June 2025

Free Virtual Session Provides Practical Preservation Guidance for Wyoming Institutions

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Free Virtual Session Provides Practical Preservation Guidance for Wyoming Institutions

CHEYENNE, Wyo. – June 6, 2025 – The Wyoming State Historic Records Advisory Board (SHRAB) invites cultural heritage professionals and volunteers to a free virtual session focused on affordable storage solutions for collections of all types. Michele Pacifico, renowned archival facilities consultant and SHRAB member, will present "Storage Solutions on a Budget" as part of the Roving Archivist Program's Quick Tips series.

Join us Thursday, June 19, 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. via Google Meet at meet.google.com/bgr-reit-tkr or dial (US) +1 319-449-2718, PIN: 581 688 137#.

Four Decades of Expertise at Your Service

Pacifico brings over 40 years of professional consulting experience, having worked with institutions ranging from the National Archives and Records Administration to Jackson Hole History. Her presentation will deliver practical, economical guidance for creating optimal storage environments for paper documents, audiovisual materials, photographs, artifacts, and other cultural heritage materials.

"Budget constraints shouldn't prevent institutions from protecting their collections," said Sara Davis of the Wyoming State Archives. "Michele's expertise in archival storage  solutions makes professional-level preservation accessible to organizations of every size."

Comprehensive Coverage for Real-World Challenges

The session will address critical preservation topics, including:

  • Fire prevention strategies that won't break the budget

  • Affordable climate control solutions

  • Cost-effective materials and finishes for storage areas

  • Security measures for limited budgets

  • Practical disaster planning approaches

Participants are encouraged to bring questions and engage directly with Pacifico during this interactive session.

Supporting Wyoming's Cultural Heritage Mission

The Roving Archivist Program Quick Tips series represents SHRAB's ongoing commitment to providing accessible professional development for Wyoming's cultural heritage community. These sessions support institutions statewide in improving their preservation practices and collections care.

For more information about the Roving Archivist Program, visit rovingarchivist.wyo.gov/home or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

About Wyoming SHRAB

The Wyoming SHRAB promotes identification, preservation, and dissemination of the state's historical records by supporting training programs for state, tribal, and local governments, repositories, and organizations involved in records care throughout Wyoming. Grants are made available through Wyoming SHRAB by the National Historical Publications and Records Commission and administered by the Wyoming State Archives, Department of State Parks and Cultural Resources.

For more information, please contact Wyoming State Archivist Sara Davis at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.or call the WSA at 307-777-7826. You can also learn more about the Wyoming State Archives at wyoarchives.wyo.gov
 
Contact: Sara Davis, 307-777-7826; wyarchive@wyo.gov
 

 
 

 
04 June 2025

Wyoming State Archives Speaker Series: "Archives and Restoration at the Carissa Mine and South Pass City"

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Wyoming State Archives Speaker Series: "Archives and Restoration at the Carissa Mine and South Pass City"

CHEYENNE, Wyo. – June 4, 2025 – The Wyoming State Archives and Wyoming State Parks invite the public to a compelling presentation on how historic documents guide authentic restoration work. This month's Speaker Series, "Archives and Restoration at the Carissa Mine and South Pass City," will be held Thursday, June 12, at 7:00 p.m., featuring Superintendent Joe Ellis of South Pass City State Historic Site.

Attendees can join in person at the Wyoming State Museum classroom, located at 2301 Central Avenue in Cheyenne, or participate virtually through Eventbrite registration at eventbrite.com/o/wyoming-state-archives-49902991693. Virtual and in-person participants will be able to engage with questions during the presentation. This event is free and open to the public.

Ellis' presentation will demonstrate how historic documents and archival research directly informed the meticulous restoration of the Carissa Mine and other significant features at South Pass City State Historic Site. Using compelling before-and-after imagery, this unique presentation reveals archives' critical role in ensuring historical accuracy when preserving places for public education and enjoyment.

"This presentation offers a fascinating look at how we transform archival research into authentic historical experiences," said Wyoming State Archivist Sara Davis. "Joe's work exemplifies how archives serve as the foundation for bringing Wyoming's heritage to life."

Ellis brings 19 years of hands-on experience as superintendent of South Pass City State Historic Site, where he has overseen multiple complex restoration projects, including the Carissa Mine and English Tunnel. His work demonstrates the essential partnership between archival research and practical restoration expertise.

The Wyoming State Archives (WSA) Speaker Series continues with upcoming presentations, including "Mountain Men " with Jeremy Thornbrugh on July 10 and "Greeks in Cheyenne" with Patrick Pace on August 14. All talks begin at 7:00 p.m. on the second Thursday of each month.

 

For the complete events calendar, visit wyoarchives.wyo.gov/index.php/about-archives/events. The week following each talk, recordings of all presentations are available on the WSA YouTube channel.

 

The WSA collects, manages, and preserves Wyoming state public records with long-term administrative, legal, and historical value. These records document both our state's history and the activities of Wyoming Government offices. The Archives also acquires non-government records that enhance understanding of Wyoming's rich heritage.

 

For more information or special assistance, please contact Wyoming State Archivist Sara Davis at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.or call the WSA at 307-777-7826. The Wyoming State Archives is accessible according to the Americans with Disabilities Act guidelines.

 
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Figure 1: Inside the Carissa Mine at South Pass City State Historic Site (SPCSHS). Photo courtesy of SPCSHS. Figure 2: Image of South Pass City. Photo courtesy of SPCSHS.
 
Contact: Sara Davis, 307-777-7826; wyarchive@wyo.gov
 

 
 

 

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Sinks Canyon State Park, Sinks Canyon Natural Resource Council & the Wind River Visitors ...County 10March 18, 2022View Article
Reintroducing the Wyoming State MuseumCheyenne PostMarch 18, 2022View Article
Bighorn River Blueway Trail Meetings - Public Input NeededBig Horn Radio NetworkMarch 21, 2011View Article
Camp shacks explained in detailCody EnterpriseMarch 23, 2022View Article
Five Facts About the Buffalo Bill State Park Camping CabinsBig Horn Radio NetworkMarch 24, 2022View Article
Wyoming Outdoor Recreation's Outdoor Recreation Collaboratives met in MarchCounty 10March 24, 2022View Article
Bighorn River Blueway Trail meeting TuesdayNorthern WY Daily NewsMarch 24, 2022View Article
Panelists discuss tolerance, cooperation with mixed recreational groups in BighornsSheridan PressMarch 26, 2022View Article
State Records Advisory Committee offering grants promoting historical recordsCounty 10March 28, 2022View Article
State Park camping proposal met with oppositionUinta County HeraldMarch 29, 2022View Article
Wyoming Arts Council seeking Wyoming musicians for the 2022 Summer Road Trip PlaylistCounty 10April 1, 2022View Article
Historian Ewig to present lecture on historic railroad disasterWY Tribune-EagleApril 1, 2022View Article
Trail End State Historic Site opens for seasonSheridan PressApril 2, 2022View Article
Wyoming Arts Council seeking Wyoming musicians for Summer Road Trip PlaylistSheridan PressApril 8, 2022View Article
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Gary Schoene - Manager, Public Information Office & Marketing Department

Gary Schoene, a native of Cheyenne and a graduate of the University of Wyoming, has worked in the newspaper and public relations industry for more than 30 years. Upon graduation, he worked as a sportswriter for both the Wyoming Tribune-Eagle and Casper Star-Tribune before being named as assistant sports information director at New Mexico State University in Las Cruces.

Schoene returned to Wyoming in 1988 and worked in the Public Affairs Office of the Wyoming Department of Transportation for 12 years before being named as Public Information Officer for the Wyoming Department of State Parks and Cultural Resources in 2000.    

 

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