American Heritage Center

Edith “Jackie” Ronne was the first American woman to overwinter in Antarctica when she accompanied her husband, Finn Ronne, on the 1946-48 Ronne Expedition to the Antarctic.

Pioneer Ezra Meeker first traveled along the Oregon Trail in 1852 and in his old age, made it his mission to memorialize the trail with granite markers.

Lorraine Bonney was an indefatigable champion of Jackson Hole’s wilderness areas. She co-authored several books about Wyoming mountains with her husband and traveled the world mountain climbing and pursuing other adventurous activities.

Entertainer Nat King Cole was one of the most influential and popular musicians of the 20th century.

August “Gussie” Anheuser Busch, Jr. was heir to the Anheuser-Busch brewing family. He led the company from 1946 to 1974.

Pilot Jackie Cochran is remembered for breaking barriers and setting records. She accumulated more than 200 trophies and awards during her long flying career.

The 1989 Exxon Valdez oil spill was catastrophic for Alaskan wildlife and the local fishing communities of Prince William Sound.

Henry Asa Coffeen was one of the founding fathers of Sheridan and played an influential role in the writing of the Wyoming constitution, which secured Wyoming women’s right to vote.

Laramie’s American Heritage Center hosts its annual Halloween Celebration. This year, the focus expands to worldwide spooky traditions.

Standard Oil of California started off selling kerosene in 1875 and eventually expanded its business to include gasoline, motor oils and aviation fuel.