ReDiscover the Winds: Fremont County Museums
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ReDiscover the Winds: Fremont County Museums
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Fremont County Museums is a group of three Museums in West Central Wyoming in the heart of Wind River Country. The Dubois Museum, Pioneer Museum in Lander and the Riverton Museum interpret the Cultural Heritage and Natural History of the Wind River Region
“Sweetwater Ranch Life, The Paintings of Jack Corbett” opens January 24 at the Lander Pioneer Museum.

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.
November 17, 2025 at 8:53 PM
"Christmas Stocking Party" Nov 15th, 1:00-3:00pm

Pioneer Museum is hosting a sew-your-own Christmas Stocking party! Come and learn to hand sew your very own Christmas stocking. Light refreshments will be provided.

Call the Pioneer Museum for details 1-307-332-3339.
November 12, 2025 at 5:13 PM
“Trivia Night” November 4 6-8pm

The Riverton Museum is hosting Trivia Night on Tuesday, November 4th 6:00pm-8:00pm at Riverton Branch Library. Come and compete at Trivia Night! Refreshments and snacks will be available. For more information, call Riverton Museum 307-856-2665.
November 4, 2025 at 3:28 PM
“Kids Corner: Make Spooky Halloween Characters” Friday October 24 and Saturday, October 25, 10:00 a.m.

Are you looking forward to Halloween, but STUMPED on how to decorate? A simple, easy-to- make Halloween handmade craft for all ages. Spooky and whimsical craft for all skill levels.
October 21, 2025 at 2:05 PM
Annual Pumpkin Trail

Stop by the Riverton Museum October 18th at any time from 5-8pm on October 18th to vote for your favorite carved pumpkins. Free hot chocolate and cookies.

This event is free and open to the public. For more information, call the Riverton Museum at 307-856-2665.
October 17, 2025 at 2:49 PM
The Riverton Museum is hosting Alma Law for this Wind River Visitors Council Adventure Trek on October 18th 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.
October 16, 2025 at 2:47 PM
"Halloween Night at the Museum" Oct 17th-18th, 6:00-9:00pm

Visit the Pioneer Museum in Lander for this Bailey's Tire and Auto Children's Exploration Series program Oct 17 & 18, 6:00-9:00pm.

Get ready for a spooky time at the Pioneer Museum! Costumes for young and old are encouraged!
October 15, 2025 at 3:13 PM
The Riverton Museum is hosting Alma Law for this Wyoming Community Bank Discovery Speaker Series on October 15th from 6-7pm.

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!
October 14, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Dubois Area History Reprint: Be sure to order yours in advance, as there are only a limited number available. You can register at the Dubois Museum, 909 West Ramshorn, 307-455-2284 or by email at duboismuseum@gmail.com.
October 8, 2025 at 7:12 PM
Riverton Museum Presents "Bittersweet Harvest: The Bracero Project, 1942–1964" This Smithsonian Exhibit, "offers an important opportunity to reflect on the contributions and experiences of Mexican workers whose labor supported the nation during a critical period,” said site manager April Peregoy.
October 7, 2025 at 9:29 PM
“Kids Corner: Cyanotype Printmaking” Saturday, September 27, 10:00 a.m. – Noon

Part of the Bailey Tire & Pit Stop Travel Center Children’s Exploration Series, this program explores the early photography process of cyanotype, also known as Sun Prints.
Contact the Dubois Museum at 307-455-2284.
September 22, 2025 at 8:35 PM
Congratulations to the Pioneer Museum’s Programs/Education Coordinator Hailey Reddon! Hailey has been accepted into this year’s class of Leadership Fremont County.
September 18, 2025 at 8:03 PM
“Sinks Canyon Cave Trek” September 20th 9am

Join the Riverton Museum for the Sinks Canyon Boulder Choke Cave trek as part of the Wind River Visitors Council Adventure Trek Series.

Total cost is $15 per person, reservations are required. Call the Riverton Museum, 307-856-2665 for more information.
September 16, 2025 at 3:17 PM
New Exhibit Celebrates Ranching Traditions in Fremont County:

“Cattle, Sheep and the Wyoming Range: A Ranching Heritage in Fremont County”
September 12, 2025 at 2:42 PM
"Apple Fest" Sep 13th 1:00-3:00pm

Visit the Pioneer Museum in Lander for this Bailey Tire/Pit Stop Children's Exploration Series program.

Our annual Apple Fest is back again! Relive the ‘Apple City’!

This program is free and open to the public. Call 307-332-3339 for more information.
September 10, 2025 at 8:26 PM
Tickets for the Rare Relics Road Show on October 4th are now available! Dinner, silent and live auctions! Festivities begin at 6pm at the Lander Community Center. Proceeds benefit the Dubois Museum, Pioneer Museum and Riverton Museum. Tickets are available at www.flipcause.com/secure/event...
September 10, 2025 at 2:33 PM
“Gas Hills Uranium Trek with Zach Larsen” September 13th 9am

Local uranium expert Zach Larsen will be leading this trek out into the Gas Hills, the site of the first uranium found in Fremont County.

Total cost is $15 per person, reservations are required.
September 9, 2025 at 3:57 PM
“Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women” By Sophie Barksdale September 10th 6pm

Barksdale has been a co-producer for several EMMY nominated documentaries, This event is free and open to the public. www.fremontcountymuseums.com for details.
September 8, 2025 at 2:41 PM
"J.B. Okie Manor Adventure Trek" September 6th 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, Wyoming, in 1901.
September 4, 2025 at 1:29 PM
“Red Canyon Petroglyphs” Sep 6th 10:00AM

The Wind River Visitor’s Center Adventure Trek Series and Pioneer Museum will host a trek to view the fascinating Petroglyphs located in Red Canyon.

Spots are limited and it is $15.00 per person. Call the Pioneer Museum for details 1-307-332-3339.
September 2, 2025 at 2:46 PM
“Midvale Irrigation Trek” Aug 30, 7:15am

The Riverton Museum is holding its Midvale Irrigation Trek for this Wind River Visitors Council Adventure Trek Series on August 30th from 7:15am-12:30pm.

Reservations are required. Call Riverton Museum at 307-856-2665 for details.
August 26, 2025 at 1:58 PM
In July, the Dubois Museum staff were able to work on many maintenance needs of the museum buildings with the assistance of the Fremont County bucket truck. These included repainting the flag poles; painting log preservation, and additional lighting from the "I Light History" campaign.
August 19, 2025 at 8:00 PM
“Coal Camps at Hudson and Gebo” Aug 20th 6pm

The Riverton Museum is hosting Lea Cavalli Schoenewald for this Wyoming Community Bank Discovery Speaker Series on August 20th from 6-7pm.

This event is free and open to the public.
August 18, 2025 at 2:03 PM
“Eagle Spirit Dancers” Tonight August 13 7pm

The “Eagle Spirit Dancers” will perform for their last night of the season. Don't miss the exceptional native dance performance at the dance grounds at the Pioneer Museum in Lander.
August 13, 2025 at 7:31 PM
Registration is open for the inaugural Rare Relics Roadshow to be held on October 4, 2025. The mission is to develop a wider awareness for the existence and work of the Wind River Cultural Center Foundations work on behalf of Fremont County Museums. www.flipcause.com/secure/cause...
August 6, 2025 at 3:47 PM