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Memorial Day Weekend of the 1870s

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Date: Daily from May 23, 2026

Time: All day

Address: 965 Gray Rocks Rd Fort Laramie, WY 82212

Website: Visit Website

Step into the 1870s at Fort Laramie during Memorial Day Weekend, where history comes to life through living historians, soldier demonstrations, and hands-on interpretation. Visitors can witness historic firearms demonstrations featuring the 1873 trapdoor rifle and 1861 rifle musket, explore the origins of Memorial Day, and take part in guided tours of the fort. Throughout the weekend, stories of the soldiers and civilians who shaped the American West are shared inside historic buildings, offering a meaningful look at how their service is remembered today.

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