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(in Depot Square)
Evanston, Wyoming
www.evanstonwy.org
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Amy Nelson 1200 Main St. Evanston WY 82930-3396 email: urevan@allwest.net phone: (307) 783-6320 fax:(307) 783-6390 Alternative contact: Barbara Allen Bogart, Director Uinta County Museum 36 Tenth Street (Depot Square) Evanston WY 82930-3396 phone: (307) 789-8248 email: museum@uintanet.com |
HOURS:
Winter, 7 am - 3 pm
Summer, Mon - Fri, 8 am - 7 pm
ADMISSION: Free; donations accepted.
EXHIBITS:
The Museum is housed in a replica of the Chinese temple that stood in Evanston's Chinatown from 1874 until 1922. The exhibits interpret the history of the Chinese in southwestern Wyoming from the 1870s through the 1970s. Included in the exhibits are artifacts from archaeological excavations in Chinatown, historical photographs, ceramic and metal objects, decorative items, and medicinal materials.
SPECIAL EXHIBITS/PROGRAMS/EVENTS:
Chinese New Year is celebrated with a parade and fireworks each year in January or February. Western Wyoming Community College conducts an archaeological field school in Chinatown for a few weeks each summer and welcomes volunteers to participate.
This information is kept as accurate as possible, however, it is recommended that you call ahead to any institution you plan to visit for operating hours and the exact location.
Please contact us with your comments, suggestions or inquiries.
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