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Oct 30, 2017 · Early days. The life of this place was tied to the railroad. The first tracks reached Cheyenne on Nov. 13, 1867. A combination of construction challenges and the shrewd efforts of enterprising businessmen helped the town endure and grow.
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The Archives’ Historical Photograph Collection includes more than 500,000 images of Wyoming and the Rocky Mountain region. Topics include: Cowboys and cowgirls. Ranches local communities, buildings, and street scenes. Scenic views.
Cheyenne, Wyoming - Wikipedia
Cheyenne (/ ʃ aɪ ˈ æ n / shy-AN or / ʃ aɪ ˈ ɛ n / shy-EN) is the capital and most populous city of the U.S. state of Wyoming, as well as the county seat of Laramie County, with 65,132 residents, per the 2020 census. [6]
Cheyenne Photos, 1870's -- Wyoming Tales and Trails.
We arrived at Cheyenne in Wyoming Territory on April 21, 1877. Although originating as a railroad "Hell on Wheels" town, Cheyenne had lost most of its wild character. In 1867 it was a village of tents, that were gradually replaced by wooden structures.
Old Images of Cheyenne, Wyoming, in Historic Photos & Film
An old photograph of the Carnegie Public Library in Cheyenne, Wyoming, which was completed in 1902 and demolished in 1971. The impressive building contained a 240-seat auditorium, art gallery, two club rooms, and a 50,000 volume capacity stack room.
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Photo Database. Photographs capture moments in time and offer an unparalleled view of the past. The Archives’ Historical Photograph Collection includes more than 500,000 images of Wyoming and the Rocky Mountain region. Click here to view the database now!
Facts & History of Cheyenne Wyoming
Cheyenne is the capital of Wyoming, the seat of Laramie County and the site of F.E. Warren Air Force Base. Discover key facts and history about Cheyenne, WY, from its early days to becoming a vibrant western town. Learn about its cultural and historical impact.
History of Cheyenne – City of Cheyenne
A City of the First Class. On August 8, 1867, the first charter for the government of the City of Cheyenne was established. On August 10, 1867, H. M. Hook was elected mayor. At the time, Cheyenne was situated in the Dakota Territory and had a population of approximately 600 people.
Cheyenne | History, Population, Map, & Facts | Britannica
Cheyenne, capital (since 1869) and largest city of Wyoming, U.S., and seat of Laramie county, in the southeastern corner of the state, on Crow Creek, 49 miles (79 km) east of Laramie city; it sprawls over high prairie that slopes westward to the Laramie Mountains. Squatters arriving in …
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The Cheyenne Depot Museum is the steward of the Historic UPRR Depot, a National Historic Landmark. Built in 1886 by the Union Pacific Railroad, it is the last remaining grand railroad station on the transcontinental route, designed by famed architect Henry Van Brunt.