Nelson Museum of the West

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1714 Carey Ave
Cheyenne, WY 82001

The Nelson Museum of the West in Cheyenne, Wyoming, offers visitors a captivating journey back in time to the old west through its extensive collection of over 14,000 artifacts. Founded by Robert L. Nelson, the museum showcases a wide range of Western cultures, including Cowboy, Charro, Art, Native American, and Military aspects, carefully curated to provide a comprehensive understanding of the history of the Old West.

With permanent exhibits such as the United States Cavalry, Burt Procter's studio, and displays on Wyoming Cattle Baron life, the museum's 11,000 square feet of space immerses guests in the rich heritage of the Western frontier. Additionally, the Military Memorial Museum located nearby honors past and present service members from all branches of the military, further enriching the educational experience offered by the Nelson Museum of the West.

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5.08 reviews
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Candi R.
10/12/2024

Great museum. There are 2 museums for the admission. What a great collection at this museum. We only got to one side before they closed. We will go back to do the one across the street... WWll...

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Kyle B.
8/15/2023

This museum was awesome to learn about the history of the people who settled in Cheyenne. They had a lot of stuff on display that gave you a good idea of what they used. Would highly recommend...

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Bruce K.
9/16/2017

Definitely an unexpected find in Cheyenne, this smaller private museum holds a unique collection of Cheyenne and Wyoming artifacts. Very much worth the $5 entrance fee, I enjoyed the 90 minutes I...

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Gill S.
6/27/2017

A western museum that offers more than just Cowboy gear. Walking in, the front desk clerk gave me this passionate speech about the place and all the great reviews they have. It was adorable to...

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Tom A.
11/11/2020

The Military Memorial Museum cancelled their Grand Opening, but I didn't get the word! They accommodated my family, which we truly appreciated. This expansion is truly a gem in Cheyenne. If you...

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