Programs
“Sweetwater Ranch Life:
The Paintings of Jack Corbett”
January 24, 2026 – December 2026 at the Pioneer Museum in Lander
The new exhibit premiers to the public the work of a Fremont County rancher and Artist. Ribbon cutting and opening reception January 24, 3 to 5 p.m. and will remain on exhibit at the Pioneer Museum through 2026.
Ranch life is hard, with dawn to dusk work during all seasons and in all kinds of weather. With the work load it is hard to imagine time for creative outlets, yet many ranchers played music, wrote or created art. Jack Corbett, who ranched along the Sweetwater River in Fremont County painted – capturing the ranch life of his family and friends on canvas. The work has never been seen by the general public, but will get a premier at the Lander Pioneer Museum January 24, from 3 to 5 p.m. in the museum’s main gallery.
A reception with appetizers and a brief talk by members of the artist’s family Following will be a ribbon cutting for the exhibit. The public is invited to come and enjoy the afternoon. The art will then be on display through 2026.
John (G) Corbett was born December 16, 1938 in Lander, Wyoming to Thad and Mary Noble Corbett. He was the eldest of seven children and worked on his great Uncle Sanford Mills’ Red Bluff Ranch as a young kid. Jack then began working for Sweetwater area ranchers in the summer of his teenage years. Later Jack settled with Albert and Barbara Myers on their ranch on the Sweetwater for thirteen years, breaking horses for the Myers’ and various other ranchers. He married Jean Ann Rogers, and they continued at Myers; and leased the Walt Hurner Ranch on Long Creek.
Jack became a Brand Inspector in 1970, as well as board member on the Popo Agie Conservation District. He served on the Jeffrey City School Board for several years in the 1980’s. Jack was also involved in the Sweetwater Roping Club and Sweetwater Firefighters.
He became an artist at a young age and painted a good many oil paintings that showed the life on the ranch and painted pictures of his neighbors doing their work.
Life in Crowheart
Featuring The Haslam Family
March 6 @ 6:30 pm
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.
Donations to support our museums: https://windriverccf.funraise.org/
Crowheart Store and
Haslam Ranch Trek
March 12 @ 9:00 am with the Dubois Museum
Join us at the 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.
Donations to support our museums: https://windriverccf.funraise.org/
Kids Corner: Saddle
Making & Leather Carving w/Steve Mecum
March 14 @ 10:00 am at the Dubois Museum
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.
These timeless skills are still used today, and Steve brings them to life in a way that sparks curiosity and creativity in this Bailey’s Tire & Pit Stop Children’s Exploration Series program.
$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
Donations to support our museums: https://windriverccf.funraise.org/
Homesteading Series: High
Altitude Bread Baking w/Barb Lerentzen
March 21 @ 6:00 pm at the Dubois Museum
Join us at the museum for the exciting launch of our Homesteading Series! Learning essential skills that helped pioneer families thrive—and still matter today. Baking at high altitude can be challenging because most recipes are designed for sea level. Atmospheric pressure changes affect how bread rises and bakes, adjusting crucial for success. Barb Lorentzen was born and raised in Dubois. She is self-taught and her recipes are crafted to our altitude and weather influences. She is renowned for her baked goods, jams, jellies, fruit leather amongst her many talents. She will guide you through the process of making bread at high elevation.
What to Expect:
- Hands-on instruction in the historic Leota’s Kitchen at Dennison Lodge
- Learn techniques for perfect high-altitude bread
- Take home two loaves of bread or dinner rolls you bake yourself
- Ingredients provided—just bring a large mixing bowl and loaf pans or 9” x 13” rectangular baking pans
Don’t miss this chance to master a timeless skill in a historic setting! For this Wyoming Community Bank Discovery Speakers Series. $30.00 per person, supplies included. Space is limited to 7 people. Advanced registration required, no exceptions Call the Dubois Museum at 307-455-2284.
Donations to support our museums: https://windriverccf.funraise.org/
Women’s Tea
March 21 @ 1:00 pm at the Pioneer Museum in Lander
Join us this Women’s History Month for an afternoon of women’s tea and women’s history of Fremont County. This Wyoming Community Bank Discovery Speakers Series program will focus on the history of women’s extension groups and clubs.
This event is free and open to the public. Pre-registration is encouraged, stop in or call 307-332-3373 to register.
Donations to support our museums: https://windriverccf.funraise.org/
Wyoming’s History Through the
Camera Lens
April 3 @ 6:00 pm at the Pioneer Museum in Lander
The Fremont County Pioneer Museum will be hosting a traveling exhibit by Wyoming Public Media for the month of April. Randy Wise will give a talk on the history of photography of Fremont County the evening of April 3rd at 6PM to open the exhibit.
This Wyoming Community Bank Discovery speakers Series program is free and open to the
public. Call 307-332-3373 for details.
Donations to support our museums: https://windriverccf.funraise.org/
Garden Expo
April 18 @ 9:00 – 3:00 pm with the Pioneer Museum in Lander
The Fremont County Pioneer Museum will host this Bailey Tire/Pit Stop Children’s Exploration Series program at this year’s Garden Expo on April 18th from 9-3pm in the LVHS Gym. Stop by our booth and enjoy a fun and free craft!
Reservation are not required, this program is free and open to the public. Call the Pioneer Museum at 307-332-3373 for details.
Donations to support our museums: https://windriverccf.funraise.org/
Sheep Shearing Day
April 25 @ 1:00 – 3:00 pm at the Pioneer Museum in Lander
Visit the Pioneer Museum in Lander for this Bailey’s Tire and Auto Children’s Exploration Series program on April 25th from 1:00-3:00.
Sheep shearing Day is all about sheep, sheep, sheep! Explore the history of the sheep industry in Wind River Country. Witness actual sheep shearing, pet sheep, make crafts from sheep’s wool, buy products made from sheep’s wool and more!
This great event is $5 per family. Call the Pioneer Museum for details 1-307-332-3373.
Donations to support our museums: https://windriverccf.funraise.org/
Brand Class
May 2 @ 10:00 am at the Pioneer Museum in Lander
The Fremont County Pioneer Museum is hosting this Bailey Tire/Pit Stop Children’s Exploration Series program on May 2nd from 10-11am for children to learn about the history of branding and learn to create their own brand.
Enrollment is limited, call the Pioneer Museum at 307-332-3373 to reserve your spot.
This class is $5 per child and open to the public.
Donations to support our museums: https://windriverccf.funraise.org/
Lander 100 Years Ago
May 14 @ 7:00 pm at the Pioneer Museum in Lander
Join the Pioneer Museum Site Director, Randy Wise, for this Wyoming Community Bank Discovery Speakers Series program on May 14th from 7-8pm. Randy Wise will present “Lander 100 years ago” a historical look at what our town was like in 1926.
This program is free and open to the public. Call 307-332-3373 for details.
Donations to support our museums: https://windriverccf.funraise.org/
“J.B. Okie Manor Adventure Trek”
September 6 @ 9:00 am – 2:00 pm
$10.00
Join the Riverton Museum on September 6th at 9am for a Wind River Visitors Council Adventure Trek to the J.B. Okie Manor.
Join the Riverton Museum for our most popular annual Adventure Trek. Experience a rare tour of the sheep tycoon’s mansion built out in Lost Cabin, Wyoming, in 1901. Learn about the history of J. B. Okie, his family, the history of the manor, and the details of the home.
Bring your own sack lunch and water. Arrive at the Riverton Museum before 9am, we will drive over to the Okie Manor in Lost Cabin as a group and begin the tour at 10. The tour will last for roughly 3 hours, expect to return back at the Riverton Museum around 2pm. Everyone is responsible for bringing their own water and lunch. Total cost of admission is $10 per person.
Call the museum at 1-307-856-2665 for any questions and to book your reservation.
Jack Schmidt Cowboy Poetry
October 8 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
free
The Riverton Museum is hosting Jack Schmidt for this Wyoming Community Bank Discovery Speaker Series on October 8th from 6-7pm.
Learn about the historic practice of Cowboy Poetry from Jack Schmidt! Jack Schmidt will be talking about the history of cowboy poetry, how it affected people, and where the practice of cowboy poetry is headed. Jack has been reciting cowboy poetry for decades now, carrying on the tradition of many famous cowboys like Tim McCoy.
This event is free and open to the public.
For more information call the Riverton Museum at 307-856-2665.
“Fremont Haunts By Alma Law”
October 15 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
free
Riverton Museum Annual Pumpkin Trail
October 18 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
free
The Riverton Museum is holding its annual pumpkin trail event on October 18th from 5-8pm.
Stop by the Riverton Museum at any time from 5-8pm on October 18th to vote for your favorite pumpkins carved by local organizations and businesses in Riverton. You can also enjoy free hot chocolate and cookies, compliments of the Riverton Museum.
This event is free and open to the public. For more information, call the Riverton Museum at 307-856-2665.
“Haunted Downtown Adventure Trek”
October 18 @ 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
$10.00
“9th Annual Fall Fun Fest”
October 25 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
free
The Riverton Museum is holding its 9th Annual Fall Fun Fest sponsored by Bailey Tire and Auto Service for their Children’s Exploration Series on October 25th from 2-4pm.
Come to the Riverton Museum in your costume to get your picture taken in front of our Halloween backdrop! Enjoy free cookies, hot chocolate, fun Halloween themed games, crafts, and explore our museum free of charge!
This event is free and open to the public. For more information, call the Riverton Museum at 307-856-2665.
“Santa’s Workshop”
December 13 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
$7.00
The Riverton Museum is holding its annual Santa’s Workshop and Open House sponsored by Bailey Tire and Auto Service for their Children’s Exploration Series on December 13th from 2-4pm.
Visit the Riverton Museum from any time between 10am-4pm on December 13th to explore free of charge for our open house, and enjoy a holiday discount in our gift shop. Between 2-4pm, the Riverton Museum will set up fun crafts for kids, free hot chocolate and cookies, and you can purchase a special toy from Santa’s Workshop to assemble and paint at the museum. The total cost for each toy is $7 while supplies last. Materials and paint will be provided.
For more information, call the Riverton Museum at 307-856-2665.
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