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WY state seal from state museum

WY State Museum

With free admission, the WY State Museum is the perfect destination for all visitors. Housing exhibits on Wyoming history, geology, geography, and more, it is easy to spend a few hours exploring. The State Museum also houses the state archives, WY store, and traveling exhibits. There is the boot, "Licensed to Boot," outside the museum; it is covered in WY licenses plates and perfect for photos.
2301 Central Ave, Cheyenne, WY 82001
view of NCAR-Wyoming sign and building

National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR)

Located west of Cheyenne, NCAR is worth the short journey outside of town. Free and open to the public, one can experience all of the weather monitored and researched at WY NCAR. Hands-on exhibits and movies inform and engage visitors. On Fridays, there is a free tour of the new super computer, Yellowstone, monitoring, gathering, and storing the atmospheric data. NCAR is also home to the boot "Atmospheric Research."
8120 Veta Dr, Cheyenne, WY 82009
view of Botanic Gardens sign, building, and conservatory

Cheyenne Botanic Gardens

Free and open to the public, there is a lot to do at Botanic Gardens. First, it boasts a new conservatory and 20 specialty gardens. There’s a historic Locomotive 1242 on the grounds. Finally, even the children will be entertained as they explore the Paul Smith Children’s Village where they can dig in the sand, play music, and explore their own gardens.
710 S Lions Park Dr, Cheyenne, WY 82001
WY capital building

Wyoming Capitol Building

With renovations completed just this year, free self-guided tours are available weekdays. Take in the marble floors, fine woodwork, stained glass, and historic photos. See how the renovations returned it to its historical dimensions. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
200 W 24th St, Cheyenne, WY 82001
Big Boy Steam Engine, Old Number 4004

Big Boy Steam Engine

If you can't visit the Depot, stopping by the Big Boy Steam Engine is a perfect photo opportunity. Old Number 4004 is a powerful coal-fired engine designed to pull over the steep grades between Cheyenne and Ogden, UT. The 4004 is one of the eight remaining Big Boys throughout the country.
Located in Holliday Park

Cheyenne Depot Plaza & Depot Museum

Home to the majority of Cheyenne’s outdoor events, including many events during Frontier Days, the Depot Plaza is a great destination. There are also 6 boots located around the plaza, including one hidden behind the Depot Museum.

After strolling through the Plaza, check out the Depot Museum, a National Historic Landmark. Formerly a Union Pacific Depot, it has been restored to house a visitor center, restaurant, and museum. It is the perfect stop for those interested in the railroad.

Here’s a live look at the Depot:

Cheyenne Boots

Many like to take on the challenge of journeying around Cheyenne to get photos of all the Cheyenne boots. The original 18 are featured in an audio tour by calling 307-316-0067. This document is also a great resource complete with a map and addresses.

boot with American flag and cowboys riding bulls boot covered with colorful WY license plates boot with airplanes flying in the sky boot with 100th anniversary
8 Second Steps to the Big Time Licensed to Boot Blue Skies Over Cheyenne Milestones: Chamber 100th Anniversary