Where Art Meets History

Located in the scenic Upper Wind River Country the Dubois museum boasts fine collections related to the Mountain Shoshone, Tie-Hack industry, and the historic CM Ranch.

Discover Old West Territory

The Pioneer Museum in Lander is Wyoming’s oldest museum. Visit this year during its 100th anniversary and become a part of the Pioneer Museum’s history.

Discover the Lower Wind River

The Riverton Museum explores the history of the lower Wind River as it relates to Native Americans, Agriculture and commerce. Located in the 100 year old Methodist Church, the Riverton Museum is its own piece of Riverton history.

About us

Located in Fremont County, Wyoming, our museums in Dubois, Lander, and Riverton seek to protect our cherished history and share it with generations to come. Come explore the museums or join us on one of our many programs offered. Open Monday-Saturdays 9-5!

Regular Programs

Programs

Children's Exploration Series

The Children’s Exploration Series, sponsored by Pit Stop/Bailey Tire & Auto Care provide children with hands-on learning experiences that focus on cultural history and our natural environment. Geology, Archaeology, Native American culture, agriculture and pioneer history are the focus of the programs that children love to participate in.

Adventure Treks

The Adventure Trek Series, sponsored by the Wind River Visitor’s Council is your opportunity to get into the country to explore, experience and walk in the footsteps of the rugged and independent people who discovered and settled the extraordinary Wind River region.

Discovery Speakers

The Discovery Speaker Series, sponsored by Wyoming Community Bank is your opportunity to have a more in depth look into where we have come from and where we may be going. A very dynamic group of topics are presented, both historic and contemporary themes explored with experts in their respective fields.

Historic Building Walking Tours

Historic buildings are prevalent throughout Fremont County. Dubois, Lander and Riverton all have a significant number of historic buildings that are still in use today. Enjoy the history, stories and photos associated with many prominent buildings and enjoy taking the walking tour.

Programs

Programs Schedule

The Fremont County Museums located in Dubois, Lander & Riverton offer an outstanding and diversified schedule of programs throughout the year for visitors of all ages. Take a look at the calendar of events and find the Speakers, Treks, Exploration programs and events. We are sure to have something that catches your attention and that will be both educational and entertaining.

Life in Crowheart

Join us at the Dubois Museum to meet Lloyd Haslam, Delores Haslam (Winchester) and daughter Laura Arnold.  They will share stories and talk about their long family history in Crowheart, their historic Crowheart store, and cattle in Dubois for this Wyoming Community Bank Discovery Speakers Series. 

This program is free and open to the public.

March 6 @ 6:30 pm

Crowheart Store & Haslam Ranch Trek

Join us at the Dubois Museum before departing. The Haslam’s will guide us through their historic Crowheart Store, see beadwork, family Ranch while telling stories of their long local history.” This is part of the Wind River Visitors Council Adventure Trek Series. 

Please bring a sack lunch.  Spaces are limited. $25 per person, Advanced registration required, no exceptions!  Call the Dubois Museum at 307-455-2284 to join us.

March 12 @ 9:00 am 

Kid's Corner: Saddle Making & Leather Carving w/Steve Mecum

Step into the world of traditional craftsmanship with master saddle maker and leather carver, Steve Mecum. Kids will get an up‑close look at saddle making and leather carving are created — a hands‑on art form that has changed very little over the years.

$3.00 per child, Advanced registration required, no exceptions! Call the Dubois Museum at 307-455-2284 to join us

 This program is for children ages 6 –18

March 14 @ 10:00 am

Programs

Programs Happening Closest To You!

Programs Near Dubois

Check out what’s happening at or near the Dubois Museum! We are always adding fun and educational items!

Programs Near Lander

Check out what’s happening at the Lander Pioneer Museum! We are always adding to the schedule.

Programs Near Riverton

Riverton has a full slate of items for residents of all ages. Come see what we are offering!

Views of the Past

The Dubois Museum, Pioneer Museum in Lander, and the Riverton Museum care for outstanding photographic collections. The photo collections are available for research and prints can be purchased by contacting the individual museums. Explore these samples of historic images that help tell the story of Wind River Country.

How You Can Help

Ways To Give

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Annual Giving

Annual gifts of any size are always welcome. Learn more today about how you can give to any of our locations on an annual basis.

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Planned Giving

Making a planned gift is quite simple. Learn more today about how you can plan your gift to any of the Fremont County Museums.

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Make a Donation

Simply make a one time donation to your Museum of choice. Every bit helps!

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