“Millers’ Wonderful Wyoming Honey Ranch in Crowheart Trek”: Presented by the Miller Family: Friday, August 7, Saturday, August 8, 9:15 a.m. 

Join us at the museum to leave for this tour of the Millers Ranch in Crowheart.  They will show us the process from bee to honey processing.  They own the Honey House here in Dubois. If you are allergic to bee stings, please bring rescue medication. 

This is part of the Wind River Visitors Council Adventure Trek Series.  Please bring a sack lunch. Space is limited.  $25.00 per person. Advanced registration required, no exceptions!  Call the Dubois Museum at 307-455-2284. 

Donations to support our museums: https://windriverccf.funraise.org/

“Louis Lake Lodge Trek” Aug 8^th, 10AM

The Fremont County Pioneer Museum will lead a Wind River Visitors Council Adventure Trek at the historic Louis Lake Lodge on August 8^th at 10am. Limited enrollment, reservations are required, please call 307-332-3373 or stop by to register. Carpooling encouraged.

This trek is $15 per person and open to the public. Call 307-332-3373 for details.

Donations to support our museums: https://windriverccf.funraise.org/

“120 Years of Riverton” August 12^th, 6pm

2026 is the 120th anniversary of the founding of Riverton (1906). Join the Riverton Museum for this Wyoming Community Bank Discovery Speaker Series. Museum staff will give an overview of the history of the town for the last 120 years!

This event is free and open to the public. For more information, contact Riverton Museum at 307-856-2665.

Donations to support our museums: https://windriverccf.funraise.org/

“Archaeology Day” August 15^th, 2pm

The Riverton Museum is holding its Archaeology Day for this Children Exploration event on August 15th from 2pm-4pm. Learn about archaeological practices, play some archaeology related games and activities, even discover and take home your own artifact!

This event is free and open to the public. For more information, contact Riverton Museum at 307-856-2665.

Donations to support our museums: https://windriverccf.funraise.org/

“Kid’s Corner: Tie-dye”: Saturday, August 15, 10:00 – Noon

Visit the Dubois Museum in Dubois for this Children’s Exploration Series program. Museum staff will present “the ancient textile art form of Tie-dye”:  The earliest form called Bandhani dates back 4000 years BC.  This art form has evolved over thousands of years.  We will be doing the modern version of this art.  The program and activity will encourage children to learn about history and be creative. They will take home their own unique bandana they made.  

Space is limited.  This program costs $3.00 per child. Advanced registration required, no exceptions!  Call the Dubois Museum at 307-455-2284. 

For children ages 6 – 13. 

Donations to support our museums: https://windriverccf.funraise.org/

“Ed Young Orchard Trek” Aug 21, 10AM

The Fremont County Pioneer Museum will lead a Wind River Visitors Council Adventure Trek at the historic Ed Young Apple Orchard. Reservations are required, enrollment is limited please call 307-332-3373 or stop by to register. Carpooling encouraged.

This trek is $15 per person and open to the public. Call 307-332-=3373 for details.

Donations to support our museums: https://windriverccf.funraise.org/

“St. Stephens Trek” August 22^nd 10am

Join the Riverton Museum for our St. Stephens Adventure Trek on August 22nd. We will tour the grounds of St. Stephens mission including the church. We will learn about the history of the mission and notable people involved with its establishment. This program is brought to you by the Wind River Visitors Council. We will meet at the Riverton Museum at 10am and drive as a group to St. Stephens.

The total cost of admission per person is $15. Reservations are required. Please reserve your spot on fremontcountymuseums.com or call the Riverton Museum at 307-856-2665.

Donations to support our museums: https://windriverccf.funraise.org/

“Archaeology and Modern Technology”: with Dalyn Grindle, PhD: Thursday: September 3, 6 p.m. 

Join us at the Dubois Museum for an evening exploring how technological advancements are enhancing Archology with Dalyn Grindle, PhD.  She is the Zone Archaeologist for Shoshone National Forest, South Zone, Washakie Ranger District in Lander. This is part of the Wyoming Community Bank Discovery Speakers Series. 

This program is free and open to the public. 

Donations to support our museums: https://windriverccf.funraise.org/

“Okie Manor Trek” September 5^th, 9am

The Riverton Museum is holding its annual J.B. Okie Manor Trek for this Wind River Visitors Council Adventure Trek on September 5th from 9am-2pm. 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 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. The tour will last for roughly 3 hours.

The total cost of admission is $15 per person. This event fills up quickly so reserve your spot on our website fremontcountymuseums.com or call us at 307-856-2665.

Donations to support our museums: https://windriverccf.funraise.org/

“Castle Gardens Trek” September 12^th, 9am

Join the Riverton Museum and Craig Bromley for a tour of Castle Gardens. This Wind River Visitors Council Adventure Trek will be on September 12th. Castle Gardens is a notable archaeological site that contains Native American rock art, specifically petroglyphs. Learn about this ancient art and the societies who inhabited this area.

The total cost of admission per person is $15. Reservations are required. Please reserve your spot on fremontcountymuseums.com or call the Riverton Museum at 307-856-2665.

Donations to support our museums: https://windriverccf.funraise.org/

“Red Canyon Petroglyph Trek” Sep 12, 10AM

This Wind River Visitors Council Adventure Trek to a Red Canyon Petroglyph site by the Fremont County Pioneer Museum will be focus on the petroglyphs of Red Canyon. Limited enrollment, reservations required by calling 307-332-3373 or stop by to register. Carpooling encouraged.

This trek is $15 per person and open to the public. Call 307-332-=3373 for details.

Donations to support our museums: https://windriverccf.funraise.org/

“Millers’ Wonderful Wyoming Honey Ranch in Crowheart Trek” with the Dubois Museum Tuesday, September 12 & Thursday September 17, 9:15 a.m.

Join us at the museum to leave for this tour of the Millers Ranch in Crowheart.  They will show us the process from bee to honey processing.  They own the Honey House here in Dubois. If you are allergic to bee stings, please bring rescue medication.

This is part of the Wind River Visitors Council Adventure Trek Series.  Please bring a sack lunch. Space is limited.  $25.00 per person. Advanced registration required, no exceptions!  Call the Dubois Museum at 307-455-2284.

Donations to support our museums: https://windriverccf.funraise.org/

“Midvale Irrigation Trek” September 19^th, 7:15am

The Riverton Museum is holding its Midvale Irrigation Trek for this Wind River Visitors Council Adventure Trek Series on September 19th from 7:15am-1pm. We will explore many sites in the Midvale District on this driving tour including Midvale’s headquarters, Bull Lake Dam, Diversion Dam, the Midwest siphon, the powerplant at Pilot Butte Reservoir, 5 Mile Wasteway, Tunnel Hill, and North Portal/Cottonwood Bench. We will meet at Riverton Museum at 7:15am and be driving out to Midvale as a group. We will arrive back at Riverton Museum at approximately 1pm.

The total cost is $15 per person. Please consider bringing sunscreen/hat and water. Reservations are required. Please reserve your spot on fremontcountymuseums.com or call the Riverton Museum at 307-856-2665.

Donations to support our museums: https://windriverccf.funraise.org/

“Apple Fest” Sep 19, 1-3PM

Celebrating the history of the ‘Apple City’ as it was once known for this Children’s Exploration event September 19th from 1-3pm. Our annual Apple Fest is back again! Relive the ‘Apple City’ and see a cider press in action, learn about the past orchards here, and enjoy apple related activities.

Apple Pie contest to be held the week prior, please contact the Pioneer Museum for more information on participation and the process. 

Entrance fee is $5 per family. Call 307-332-3373 for details.

Donations to support our museums: https://windriverccf.funraise.org/

“Kids Corner: Archaeology”: with Dalyn Grindle, PhD: Saturday, September 26, 10:00 – Noon

Visit the Dubois Museum in Dubois for this Children’s Exploration Series. Dalyn Grindle, PhD will.  The program and activity will encourage children to learn about what an Archaeologist does. 

Space is limited.  This program costs $3.00 per child. Advanced registration required, no exceptions!  Call the Dubois Museum at 307-455-2284. 

For children ages 5 – 18. 

Donations to support our museums: https://windriverccf.funraise.org/

“Crystal Cave Trek” Thursday October 1, Tuesday October 6, 9:00 a.m.

Join us at the museum to leave for this trek to the crystal cave on the historic CM Ranch.  Cheryl O’Brien will tell us about the history of the CM Ranch, geology & Carolyn Gillette will lead us to the cave. This trek is moderately difficult hike, about 3 miles.  We may be walking through some water. 

This is part of the Wind River Visitors Council Adventure Trek Series.  Space is limited.  $25.00 per person. Advanced registration required, no exceptions!  Call the Dubois Museum at 307-455-2284. 

Donations to support our museums: https://windriverccf.funraise.org/

“Polished Corners of the Temple Wall with Lea Cavalli Schoenewald” October 7th 6pm

 The Riverton Museum is hosting Lea Cavalli Schoenewald for this Wyoming Community Bank Discovery Speaker Series on October 7th from 6-7pm. Schoenewald is a retired teacher who published “Polished Corners of the Temple Wall,” a book on Ivinson Hall which was a boarding school for girls in Laramie from 1921-1957. Come hear stories about what it was like to attend the school and the history of its establishment.

This event is free and open to the public.

Donations to support our museums: https://windriverccf.funraise.org/

“Dubois Geocaching Trek” with Billy McKemey: Saturday, October 10, 9:30 a.m.

Join us at the museum to learn about Geocaching, and history from Billy McKemy.  Then we will go to use our new skills to find them in the field.

This is part of the Wind River Visitors Council Adventure Trek Series.  Please bring a sack lunch.  Space is limited.  $25.00 per person. Advanced registration required, no exceptions!  Call the Dubois Museum at 307-455-2284. 

Donations to support our museums: https://windriverccf.funraise.org/

“Halloween at the Museum” Oct 16 & 17^th, 6-9PM

Visit the Pioneer Museum in Lander for this Children’s Exploration Series program for 2 nights of fun on October 16^th and 17^th from 6-9pm.

Get ready for a spooky time at the Pioneer Museum! We are back with our family friendly Halloween event. Enjoy the maze, try one of our activities, and of course get some treats! 

Costumes are greatly encouraged. Entrance fee is $5 per person. Call 307-332-3339 for more information. 

Donations to support our museums: https://windriverccf.funraise.org/

“Fremont Haunts” October 28th, 6pm

The Riverton Museum is hosting Alma Law for this Wyoming Community Bank Discovery Speaker Series on October 28th from 6-7pm. Join the Riverton Museum for our annual Fremont Haunts speaker series event! Alma Law is a local educator and collector of ghost stories who will be presenting on his spooky stories and urban legends from the Fremont County area! Visit the Riverton Museum to learn some scary local stories before Halloween!

This event is free and open to the public. For more information, contact Riverton Museum at 307-856-2665.

Donations to support our museums: https://windriverccf.funraise.org/

“Fall Fest” October 24^th, 3pm

Join the Riverton Museum for our annual Fall Fest.

Stop by the museum anytime between 3pm-8pm. There will be fun games, activities, and snacks. Vote on your favorite pumpkin carved by local organizations and businesses.

We encourage you to come in your Halloween costume! Tickets will be available at the door for a nominal fee.

Donations to support our museums: https://windriverccf.funraise.org/

“Haunted Downtown Riverton Walking Tour” October 17^th, 5:30

The Riverton Museum is hosting Alma Law for this Wind River Visitors Council Adventure Trek on October 17th from 5:30-7:30pm. Explore downtown Riverton with local guide and ghost story expert Alma Law! Learn about the history of local buildings, and the eerie events that have happened in them. We will leave the Riverton Museum at 5:30pm and arrive back at the Riverton Museum around 7:30pm. Please wear warm clothes.

The total cost is $15 per person. Reservations are required. Please reserve your spot on fremontcountymuseums.com or call the Riverton Museum at 307-856-2665.

Donations to support our museums: https://windriverccf.funraise.org/

“Kids Corner make Fall crayon leaf suncatchers”: Saturday, November 7, 10 a.m. 

Visit the Dubois Museum in Dubois for this Children’s Exploration Series program. Museum staff will teach them about why leaves change color.  Then we will take leaves, broken crayons and wax paper to create beautiful suncatchers.  Space is limited.  This program costs $3.00 per child. Advanced registration required, no exceptions!  Call the Dubois Museum at 307-455-2284. 

This program costs $3.00 for children ages 6 – 13. 

Donations to support our museums: https://windriverccf.funraise.org/

“Victorian Christmas Card Class” Nov 14^th, 1-3PM

The Fremont County Pioneer Museum will be hosting class on November 14^th making pin pricked Victorian Christmas Cards. All materials will be included, and reservations are required.

Cost is $5 per participant. Call 307-332-3373 or stop in to sign up.

Donations to support our museums: https://windriverccf.funraise.org/

“Kids Corner: Make Christmas Cookies”: Saturday, December 6, 1 p.m.-5 p.m. 

Learn the history behind Christmas sugar cookies, help make the dough, learn to roll it out, cut out and bake cookies.  Decorate the cookies.  Each child will take home a dozen cookies. 

Space is limited.  This program costs $3.00 per child. Advanced registration required, no exceptions!  Call the Dubois Museum at 307-455-2284. 

This program is for children ages 6 – 18. 

Donations to support our museums: https://windriverccf.funraise.org/

“Holiday Open House”: Saturday, December 12, 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. 

Join us at the museum for the annual Holiday Open House from 11-3. Refreshments, gift shop discounts, and the lighting of the museum. 

Donations to support our museums: https://windriverccf.funraise.org/

“Old Fashioned Christmas” Dec 12, 6-8PM

Join the Pioneer Museum for this Children’s Exploration Series event celebrating the holiday season at the Pioneer Village with our annual Christmas celebration on December 12 from 6-8pm.

It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and we are ready to celebrate! Come see Santa, enjoy music, games, Santa, and more!

This program is free and open to the public. Call 307-332-3339 for more information. 

Donations to support our museums: https://windriverccf.funraise.org/

“Holiday Fest December 12^th, 2pm

Join the Riverton Museum for our Holiday Fest on December 12^th 2pm-8pm. Holiday crafts, activities, hot cocoa, and cookies will be available! Children can also take part in our Santa’s Workshop, where they can purchase a toy ($7) and build and paint it right here in Santa’s Workshop!

From 6pm-8pm, a live musical performance will take place.

Donations to support our museums: https://windriverccf.funraise.org/