Welcome to the Washakie Museum & Cultural Center

The Washakie Museum and Cultural Center brings the past to life using fascinating exhibits to portray the relationship between the historical people of the Big Horn Basin and their environment. The unique geography of the Big Horn Basin and its world-class archaeological sites allow the Museum to offer one of the finest interpretive centers for local human history, from ancient mammoth hunters through early settlers, as well as the geology, archaeology, and paleontology of our area. The Museum also serves as a center for the visual and performing arts, conferences, conventions, and other gatherings.

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THE SAND CREEK MASSACRE Exhibit  |  On Display August through October 13th

The Sand Creek Massacre exhibit was created in deep consultation with representatives from the Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes. The exhibition shares the story of the Sand Creek Massacre as told by the descendants of its survivors. On display August 7th through October 13th.

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MUSEUM NEWS

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Thank you to the Wyoming Cultural Trust Fund for awarding the Washakie Museum a grant of $6,980 in support for the upcoming Sand Creek Massacre exhibit and related programs!