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A large two story white building with pillars. Several windows with green shutters

Fort Laramie National Historic Site

National Historic Site

Wyoming

Free entry

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Originally established as a private fur trading fort in 1834, Fort Laramie evolved into the largest and best-known military post on the Northern Plains before its abandonment in 1890. Nicknamed the “Grand Old Post,” Fort Laramie witnessed the entire sweeping saga of America’s western expansion and Indian resistance to encroachment on their territories.

Activities

AstronomyFishingGuided ToursJunior Ranger ProgramLiving HistoryMuseum ExhibitsShoppingStargazingSelf-Guided Tours - WalkingBookstore and Park Store

Topics

FortsMigrationsMilitaryNative American HeritageTransportationWars and ConflictsWestward ExpansionRoads, Routes and HighwaysUS ArmyIndigenous and Native Warrior

No entrance fee.

Hours

The park grounds are open from dawn until dusk every day of the year. Some historic buildings may be closed in winter. Post trader store and cavalry barracks are open daily - weather permitting.

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Fort Laramie National Historic Site Visitor Center

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