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Hot Springs County Museum One Hot Museum where History is COOL!! From Prehistoric to Pioneers, Cattle Kings to Outlaws, Wool Growers to Military. We Love History and It Shows!!

Over 16,000 sq feet of artifacts and exhibits. Visit the Wild Heart of Wyoming where our Roots are Rowdy and our Stories are EPIC!! One Hot Museum Where History is Cool ~ Over 16,000 square feet of compelling exhibits and fascinating stories that bring history alive. Thermopolis was home to some of the most interesting characters of the wild west and we have proof. Where else can you mosey up to the legendary Hole-in-the-Wall Bar, where famous men such as Butch Cassidy and Sundance Kid enjoyed refreshment. Peer into the businesses of the past as you stroll the boardwalk of Old Town Thermopolis recreated on our second floor. We have several displays in honor of military veterans from the early wars to the present. The geology section will rock your socks and don’t forget to check out the annex where a hundred-year-old schoolhouse opens its doors for class every spring! From Stagecoaches to Teacups, We Have It All!! Come and see for yourself and experience the essence of the past. Please visit our amazing gift / bookstore that funds important museum projects and supports our mission.

Skinner Saloon (Hole-in-the-Wall Saloon). The saloon was located on the SE Corner of 5th St. & Arapahoe St. This is a ...
10/22/2026

Skinner Saloon (Hole-in-the-Wall Saloon). The saloon was located on the SE Corner of 5th St. & Arapahoe St. This is a group photo in front of the Saloon, circa 1908. None of the group is identified. The building at left of the saloon is Brown & (unknown) Meat Market.

There is still time to sign up for October Craft Day at theHot Springs County MuseumPaint and Create a Wooden Door Hange...
10/21/2026

There is still time to sign up for October Craft Day at the
Hot Springs County Museum
Paint and Create a Wooden Door Hanger
All supplies are provided.
Thursday, October 29 * 10:30 am
Pre-Registration is required.
Stop in and register at the Museum by October 27th.
$35

Robinson Electric,1949-50. Located in the 300 block of Arapahoe St., in the Golden Building. From Left: McCurdy Garag...
10/21/2026

Robinson Electric,1949-50. Located in the 300 block of Arapahoe St., in the Golden Building. From Left: McCurdy Garage, Thermopolis Auto Supply, Thermopolis Liquors, Robinson Electric, and Golden Cleaners.

Harris Hotel, circa 1920's. The hotel was located at 245 Arapahoe St. Later Dr. Carter's offices & hospital. It was a...
10/20/2026

Harris Hotel, circa 1920's. The hotel was located at 245 Arapahoe St. Later Dr. Carter's offices & hospital. It was also the Elks rooms (1918), the VFW Club (1940's) and Scott Taylor's Insurance Office (1980's).

Another photo of the North side of Broadway, in front of the Virgin Hardware Building, housing Masek's Auto Supply & the...
10/19/2026

Another photo of the North side of Broadway, in front of the Virgin Hardware Building, housing Masek's Auto Supply & the City Hall, between 4th & 5th St.
High school rodeo queen Patty Vannoy in photo, 1960.

This picture may be a little bit earlier then any of us can remember. I thought it was pretty neat to see the streets u...
10/18/2026

This picture may be a little bit earlier then any of us can remember. I thought it was pretty neat to see the streets unpaved. Fifth street looking from the north. Hole in the Wall Saloon on the left. Thermopolis Hardware on the right. 1920's

Looking east on Broadway, from 7th street in 1985. "One Eyed Jack's Saloon" housed in the old Whiting Theatre building, ...
10/17/2026

Looking east on Broadway, from 7th street in 1985. "One Eyed Jack's Saloon" housed in the old Whiting Theatre building, front portion. Blonde building at left distant. Photo taken by Museum Director Thomas A. Shaffer.

Arapahoe Street, North 6th. A.G. Super Market, near left, Smith Tire & Body Shop, & Reesy Drug Store in the Blonde Build...
10/16/2026

Arapahoe Street, North 6th. A.G. Super Market, near left, Smith Tire & Body Shop, & Reesy Drug Store in the Blonde Building on the corner of Broadway, circa 1958-60.

Broadway, north side between 6th & 5th streets. Left to right; a portion of the fire damaged Richards-Blonde Building, B...
10/15/2026

Broadway, north side between 6th & 5th streets. Left to right; a portion of the fire damaged Richards-Blonde Building, Business with Pleasure & Western Resources Insurance Group, and a portion of the Manhattan Cafe. Photo 1990. Wyo-West is also housed in the building with the insurance company.

South side of Broadway, 5th & 6th St. in 1961. Left to Right: Maret's Hardware & Furniture, Wigwam Bakery, Gambles, Foge...
10/14/2026

South side of Broadway, 5th & 6th St. in 1961. Left to Right: Maret's Hardware & Furniture, Wigwam Bakery, Gambles, Fogelsonger Hardware (Marshall Wells). Ben Franklin Variety Store, J.C. Penney's, Robinson Electric, Shoe Repair Shop, the Fashion & the Golden Rule Store. A Little League Parade.

Address

700 Broadway Street
Thermopolis, WY
82443

Opening Hours

Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm

Telephone

+13078645183

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