Welcome to the living history of Wyoming

The Wyoming Historical Society, in its current form, began in 1953 and is made up of supporters from all over the world. The Society is open to anyone, an individual, company, or institution, interested in history of Wyoming and the West. Membership is included with a yearly minimum donation. The Wyoming Historical Society is an educational non-profit, donation driven organization that encourages the study of Wyoming History. We believe to study the past is to understand the present and prepare for the future. Our vision is to ensure that Wyoming’s past remains accessible to present and future generations.

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2025 WHS AWARD WINNERS ANNOUNCED!

The Annual Awards Luncheon took place on Saturday, September 13, 2025 at the Historic Sheridan Inn. This year's awards program has been particularly exceptional, with a record number of nominations received from all corners of Wyoming. These submissions highlight the passionate and diverse efforts of countless local historical societies, dedicated volunteers, and talented artists. Each project submitted truly embodies the core of our mission to preserve and promote Wyoming's history.

To see the full list of winners, please click here.

CALL FOR EVERYDAY STORIES - PRESS RELEASE

Historic remains of a horse corral next to a large burned section of Wyoming grassland.

The Wyoming Historical Society (WHS) announced Monday, August 18, 2025 a statewide initiative to collect and preserve firsthand accounts, personal stories, and photographs related to the significant wildfires that have impacted Wyoming in 2024 and 2025, including those currently ongoing. Please read the full press release here.

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2025 WHS Annual Awards Winners Each year, the Wyoming Historical Society hosts an awards program which recognizes the work individuals and organizations have completed which promotes Wyoming History.

2025 Homsher Grant Recipients Each year, the Homsher Grant committee awards grants to historians who are researching the people, places and events in Wyoming History.

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