Haunted Places in Wyoming
Wyoming, known for its vast and rugged wilderness, has a rich history that includes its share of ghostly tales and haunted places. From abandoned mining areas to historic hotels and homes, there are many locations across the state that are said to be haunted by the spirits of the past. The reasons why these places are haunted can vary, ranging from tragic events that took place there to the residual energy left behind by those who once lived or worked there….
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Old Faithful Inn
The Old Faithful Inn was built in the early 1900s, from 1903-1904.Robert C Reamer was the architect and he insisted that the building reflect its surroundings. Even today the Old Faithful Inn remains one of the largest log buildings in all the world. In 1913-1914, the East Wing was added to accommodate the growing number of…
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Irma Hotel
Buffalo Bill Cody established the Irma Hotel in 1895. Cody built three hotels, one of which being the Irma. This hotel, on the other hand, was strategically positioned near the town’s railroad station to cater to the lucrative tourism sector. The hotel, named after his youngest daughter, Irma Cody, opened in 1902 to entertain visitors…
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Acme Theatre
The Acme theater, located in Riverton, WY, has been in operation since it opened in the 1920’s. Originally built by local businesswoman Belle Mote (who also donated her home to Riverton to be used as a library), the theater brought much-needed entertainment to the growing town. Originally, the theater hosted live shows, penny shows and vaudeville…
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Virginian Hotel
The Virginian Hotel in Wyoming opened its doors on September 30, 1911, in the town of Medicine Bow River, a classic western style town first settled in the 1830s. The town itself was a booming little place, with the Union Pacific Railway running through it and providing the town with the opportunity to establish prosperous…
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Francis E Warren Air Force Base
Located outside of Cheyenne, Wyoming the Francis E. Warren Air Force Base is best known as the largest and most modern of the three strategic-missile bases in the United States. Since its establishment in 1867 the base has never closed, making it the oldest continuously active base in the Force. The current resident population of…
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The Occidental Hotel
Nicknamed the “Ox”, the Occidental Hotel is a landmark hotel located in Buffalo, Wyoming. The property was first built in 1880 next to the Bighorn Mountains, at the foot of the Bozeman Trail. The property was a popular hangout for many notable figures, such as Teddy Rosevelt, Buffalo Bill Cody, and Butch Cassidy. The hotel…
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The Plains Hotel
Built in 1911 to host the variety of travelers visiting the “Magic City of the Plains,” the Plains hotel boasted of amenities not common in hotels of the time, including telephones, private baths, velvet carpets, and high-end furnishings. When the hotel opened, it threw an elaborate grand-opening, complete with live music and attended by many of…
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Atlas Theatre
The Atlas Theatre is a historic landmark in Cheyenne, Wyoming operated by the Cheyenne Little Theatre. After it was built in 1887, the Atlas Theatre was originally intended for office space on the upper two floors and a confectionery shop on the ground floor. This changed when in 1907, an architect named William Dubois was…
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Fort Bridger State Historic Site
Fort Bridger was established in 1843 by Jim Bridger as a fur trading post. This strategic location was the northern turning point in the Oregon, California, and Mormon trails and served as a vital resupply location for wagon trains. It transformed into a Pony Express, Overland Stage, and transcontinental telegraph station in the mid 1800’s.…