New Experiences Await Wyoming Visitors
CHEYENNE, Wyo., April 2, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Exciting outdoor adventures and new museums await Wyoming visitors in 2015. The latest travel updates will have visitors enjoying new views from every corner of the state. Following are some of the new experiences awaiting Wyoming visitors.
The Brinton Museum, Sheridan
The Brinton Museum will open a new state-of-the-art facility this summer in Sheridan featuring four distinct galleries with works by Gregory Packard and Native American art highlighted by the Gallatin Collection of Crow Indian Art.
The Museum of the Mountain Man National Geographic Photo Exhibit, Pinedale
The Museum of the Mountain Man will feature a new photography exhibit, "Pronghorn Passage" May 1 through October 30. This photographic story, with images by National Geographic photographer Joe Riis, depicts the path of the Grand Teton Herd pronghorn antelope, one of the last remaining land animal migrations in the western hemisphere.
National Museum of Wildlife Art Zodiac Head World Tour, Jackson
The National Museum of Wildlife Art in Jackson will feature internationally acclaimed Chinese contemporary artist Ai Weiwei's Zodiac Head World Tour May 9 through October 11. Weiwei has reinterpreted the 12 bronze animal heads representing the traditional Chinese zodiac.
Deerwood Ranch and Double D Ranch Wild Horse EcoSanctuarys, Lander and Laramie
Two ranches in the state have received certification to become one of the very few Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Certified Wild Horse EcoSanctuarys in the country. The Deerwood Ranch in Laramie and Double D Ranch in Lander now offer unforgettable tours and amazing up-close views of wild horses.
Cheyenne Frontier Days, Cheyenne
Since 1897, Cheyenne has celebrated its Old West roots with Cheyenne Frontier Days, featuring the world's largest rodeo. This year's festival will be held July 17-26 featuring daily rodeo activities, concerts from national recording artists, square dancing, a chuck wagon cook-off, an art show and parades.
Canyon Lodge & Cabins, Yellowstone National Park
The first phase of the redevelopment of Canyon Lodge & Cabins in Yellowstone National Park will be completed when three new lodge buildings open in August. Lodge operator Xanterra Parks & Resorts will open five lodge buildings that will provide 400 guest rooms and replace outdated cabins by 2016.
Historic Sheridan Inn, Sheridan
The Historic Sheridan Inn will re-open its doors this spring after undergoing a major renovation. The hotel, once the old stomping grounds of Buffalo Bill, closed its doors to overnight guests to upgrade the rooms and restaurant to their former glory.
Piste Mountain Bistro, Jackson Hole Mountain Resort
Jackson Hole Mountain Resort will celebrate its 50th anniversary during the 2015-2016 season with two new projects. Piste Mountain Bistro will open in December at the top of Bridger Gondola and will offer a dining option year-round. The Resort will also open the Teton Lift, a high-speed quad lift, which will carry riders 1,600 vertical feet to an area previously only accessed via hiking.
About the Wyoming Office of Tourism
Wyoming was admitted to the union on July 10, 1890 as the 44th U.S. state. As the 9th largest state in terms of area, the state has just over 500,000 residents, contributing to its ranking as the nation's 4th most livable state. The state is home to the country's first national park – Yellowstone – and the first national monument – Devils Tower. These sites, Grand Teton National Park and countless other statewide attractions – supported by heartfelt cowboy hospitality – serve as host to millions of visitors every year. For more information visit: www.wyomingtourism.org.
SOURCE The Wyoming Office of Tourism
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