Friday, July 24, 2009

SCENIC BYWAY

A beautiful drive up the east slope of the Big Horn Mountains takes you through the Crazy Woman Canyon. The gravel road winds along the creek, splashing with crystal clear water, its edges guarded by huge boulders. There are several versions of how the creek and the canyon got its name. Aspen and wildflowers abound. Small trout swim in the icy waters of the creek, and deer are often spotted grazing on the lush grasses. Listed as a Wyoming scenic byway, this is a side trip you shouldn't miss.

Tuesday, July 7, 2009

HISTORIC INNS

Two charming hotels are available in Buffalo, WY

The Occidental Hotel sits of the north bank of Clear Creek in downtown Buffalo. It has been recently renovated and boasts an elegant saloon and a fine dining establishment, THE VIRGINIAN.
http://occidentalwyoming.com/

On North Main Street you'll find THE MANSION HOUSE, BUILT IN 1903 by Dr. Howard Lott. It is lovely as well.
http://mansionhouseinn.com/

MUSEUMS

Our county has two Museums.

Hoofprints of the Past is located in Kaycee, WY in southern Johnson County.
http://hoofprintsofthepast.org

Johnson County Jim Gatchell Memorial Musuem is at the corner of Fort & Main Streets near downtown Buffalo.
http://jimgatchell.com

Both are well supported and well attended. Preserving, protecting and displaying our area's heritage.

Thursday, July 2, 2009

Saturday 27 June 2009

LIVING HISTORY DAY
A windy day in Buffalo, WY. A nice crowd attended the event sponsored by the local Museum. There was music, square dancing and performances by the local Basque dancers. The cabin on the Courthouse lawn was open and there were displays set up all around the buildings. The local Basque club was selling lukana sandwiches. At approximately 12:15 there was a brief ceremony, featuring local artist, Mike Thomas, and the bronze sculpture of Nate Champion was unveiled. Present at the event were 6 Champion descendants, 2 men and 4 women.
Sculptor Thomas
and
three (3) Champion descendants




Sculptor D. Michael Thomas
speaking at unveiling
of
Nate Champion




June 27, 2009


LIVING HISTORY DAYS

Johnson County Jim Gatchell Museum

corner of Fort & Main Streets

NATE CHAMPION sculpture

moments after the unveiling