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Cheyenne

Cheyenne is the state capital and largest city (approximate 2020 population 64,000) of Wyoming. Cheyenne is a place that celebrates its history and "true Western" culture. It is not uncommon to see cowboy hats, boots, and the belt as daily attire. It is host to the annual Frontier Days, one of the largest rodeos in North America.

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    Big Boy Steam Engine

    This powerful coal-fired engine was designed to pull a 3600-ton train over steep grades between Cheyenne and Ogden, Utah. The 4004 is one of eight remaining Big Boys on display throughout the country.

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    Cheyenne Botanic Gardens

    Includes diverse flora and a greenhouse conservatory. The grounds are also home to Historic Locomotive 1242 and the Western Walkway, connecting the Gardens to the Old West Museum.

    Mon-Fri 8AM-4:30PM, Sat Sun 11AM-3:30PMFree

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    Cheyenne Depot Museum

    Former Union Pacific Railroad Depot and renovated National Historic Landmark. The plaza in front of the depot hosts concerts and other events during the summer.

    Sun 11AM-3PM, Mon-Fri 9AM-5PM, Sat 9am-3PM$8 adults, 12 and under free

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    Governor's Mansion

    The historic mansion, home to Wyoming governors from 1905 to 1976.

    Tue-Sun 9AM-5PMFree

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    Nelson Museum of the West

    Western museum with 11,000 square feet of exhibits, including Indian artifacts, cowboy trappings, 19th century weapons and outlaw memorabilia.

    May 1-Oct 31: Mon-Fri 9AM-4:30PM

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    Old West Museum & Store

    Located in Frontier Park on the grounds of Cheyenne Frontier Days, the historic rodeo called the "Daddy of 'em All". Includes a large display of horse-drawn carriages and exhibits on the history of the CFD rodeo which was established in 1897.

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    Wyoming State Capitol

    Completed in 1888 before Wyoming was a state, the Wyoming State Capitol is a National Historic Landmark and the dominant structure on the Cheyenne skyline.

    Mon-Fri 8AM-5PM

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    Wyoming State Museum

    Features artifacts, various collections and gift shop, full of souvenirs and Wyoming books.

    Mon-Sat 9AM-4:30PM