Fort Laramie National Historic Site
Explore Fort Laramie National Historic Site: A Crossroads of the New West
One of the most important locations in the history of westward expansion, Fort Laramie National Historic Site is a 19th century historic site that preserves the important history of the people who have passed through this region, including early American Indian inhabitants, 18th century fur trappers, Mexican workers, westward bound immigrants and the United States Military.
Located where the Laramie and North Platte Rivers meet, this outpost has played an important role in the history of the United States, both as a fur trade post for early settlers to the region and later as a military outpost. Today, Fort Laramie is on top of every history buff's list of things to do in Wyoming. Visitors are transported back into time as they walk through restored buildings and ruins, greeted by staff dressed in period dress, and browse the bookstore and museum.
