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History & Museums

Discover What Life Was Like in the West

With its fascinating history of Native Americans, pioneer trails and mining, Sweetwater County, Wyoming offers a diverse glimpse of what life was like in the West. A visit to our towns and communities isn’t complete without a stop at these museums and historical sites. In addition, view our list of 7 reasons why Sweetwater County is rich in American history.

Rock Springs Historical Museum

Mine the Rock Springs Past

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WWCC Natural History Museum

Walk with Wyoming’s Giant Dinosaurs

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Sweetwater County Historical Museum

Walk in the Shoes of Early Sweetwater County Settlers 

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Historic Pioneer Trails

Travel Trails Into the Past

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Community Fine Arts Center

Discover Your Artistic Roots

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History of Rock Springs

Railroads, Coal, Outlaws and Airmail

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History of Green River

Train Depots, Expeditions and Historic Trails

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Superior Museum

A Mining Ghost Town

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