Museum: Monday-Thursday 9:00am-Noon & 1:00-4:00pm with Prison Tours at 10:30am & 1:30pm

Closed for all Federal Holidays

 

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Tour the Wyoming Frontier Prison

There’s historic fun afoot! Embark on an unforgettable journey into the heart of the Wyoming Frontier Prison! Join our knowledgeable tour guides as they lead you through this historic landmark.

This historic site is listed on The National Register of Historic Places, and offers tours to approximately 15,000 visitors annually.

Tours are available all year long. Tour schedules change according to the season.

Your tour guide will offer an authentic glimpse into the realities of prison life for both inmates and guards, including a visit to the Gas Chamber where executions were carried out.

Tour the Wyoming Frontier Prison

Summer tour schedule information: 

From Memorial Day to Labor Day, we offer eight tours daily, seven days a week.

Tours run every hour on the half-hour from 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM.  

The Museums and Gift Shop are open 9:00 AM-5:00 PM, seven days a week.

Yes, we are open Memorial Day, Juneteenth, 4th of July, and Labor Day!  

Tour schedule varies after Labor Day through mid-October.

September and October tour schedule information:

September 3rd - September 14th tour schedule, seven days a week, 9:30, 10:30, 12:30, 1:30, 2:30, & 4:30

September 15th - September 28th tour schedule, seven days a week, 9:30, 11:30, 1:30, & 4:30

Closed on weekends beginning September 29th

September 30th -October 4th and October 7th -10th tour schedule, Monday-Thursday, 10:30 AM and 1:30 PM

Tours are suspended October 14th until November 12th.  Halloween events will be held on October 19th, 25th, 26th, and 31st.  

Halloween closures:  We are closed to visitors mid-October to mid-November for Halloween preparation, Halloween Tours, and Halloween clean-up; check our website for details.  

Winter tour schedule information:  From mid-November until Memorial Day weekend, tours are offered at 10:30 AM and 1:30 PM Monday-Thursday.  The Museums and Gift Shop are available from 9:00 AM-4:00 PM Monday-Thursday. We are closed for lunch from noon-1:00 PM.  For the protection of our historic structures, staff, and visitors, regularly scheduled tours will be canceled if the outside temperature is 0 degrees Fahrenheit or below at tour time. During the Winter schedule, times are subject to change without notice and we will be closed for all Winter Holidays.


Tour Pricing: (Guided tours last approximately 1 hour)
Adults: $12
Children (ages 6-12): $10
Seniors (ages 60+): $10

Museum exhibits are free and can be explored at your own pace.  You must be on a guided tour in order to see the Prison.

 

Winter Weather Policy

For the protection of our historic structures, staff, and visitors, regularly scheduled tours will be canceled if the outside temperature is 0 degrees Fahrenheit or below at tour time. During the Winter schedule, times are subject to change without notice and we will be closed for all Federal Holidays.

Pet Policy

Pets are welcome but must be leashed.

Group Tours

For large groups (10 or more) a reservation is required. Please call 307-324-4422 to make a reservation.

Explore the lives of some of the notorious inmates of the past at the Wyoming Frontier Prison. Dive into their stories and uncover the darker side of history.

RATED THE TRIP ADVISOR #1 BEST THING TO DO IN RAWLINS!

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Upcoming Events

There are no up-coming events

Pet Friendly!

Well behaved leashed dogs are welcome!

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