Messenger's Old West Museum - Cheyenne, Wyoming

Joel H.

What a pleasant surprise this museum is! I am amazed by the wonderful and unusual things they have. The collection starts out small and then gets really interesting. Many horse drawn vehicles including a royal coach, chuck wagon, and a beautiful stage coach. A nice selection of antique automobiles as well. This place if way worth a visit!

Liliana B.

Absolutely loved it! Zits free but the do ask for a 5 dollar donation per person. My kids absolutely loved it!

Dewi W.

A rainy day in Cheyenne forced us inside, and behind the exterior of a storage lockup was the most remarkable little (probably an understatement) museum. It had so much more than you’d have expected. A fantastic hidden gem.

Mark A. E. S.

We moved here in 2014 and have never gone to this museum. Shame on us!

Saw the sign, but it is hard to imagine anything really being there as it is located in an industrial area and at the entrance of a storage facility.

Taking a chance, my teenagers and I stopped by and decided to go in. Right from the start, you know you are in for a treat when you step in and are greeted by the nice young lady at the front desk. Taking a little walk around, she gave us a brief intro to the museum, assured us that there was no cost (donations only - $5 recommended on the sign per person - definitely worth it), and left us to wander around.

So much to see. From the hundreds of arrowheads to Western memorabilia in the first room, you would spend awhile just trying to read all the captions and see what is on offer.

Going through the double doors, it was like walking through a magical door into another world. It is far bigger on the inside than it looks on the outside.

From Conestoga wagons to a horse-drawn funeral coach to surreys (with a fringe on top), the next area was filled with all types of old cars that are part of a personally owned collection. There was a Model T roadster that is in pristine condition and is over 100 years old and several touring cars from the 20's and 30's.

For me, one of the highlights was the Coronation Coach that came originally from England or France and dates back to the 1800s.

Even my picky teenager loved the museum and wants to go back. This is a little jewel of a museum and we will be going to visit with friends and family.

I think better publicity or signage would be good, but the lady at the desk said they actually get quite a few visitors especially in the warmer months. There did not seem to be any heat in the big area with the vehicles, so take an appropriate jacket or sweater.

Also, if you are going to donate, best to take cash in smaller denominations as they do not break a large bill. I would pay $5 to go to this museum again or more.

Ashley H.

This museum is awesome! My little and I took a little homeschool trip here yesterday. The woman working, I didn't catch her name which is unfortunate, was so lovely to speak to. We felt very welcome as soon as we walked in. You can't tell from the outside of the building, but there is a lot to look at in this museum! From animals to arrowheads to vintage cars! It is free but donations are encouraged! Don't forget to sign the guestbook while you are here! My favorite part of the museum was seeing the quilts on display. They are just beautiful! My daughters favorite part was seeing the taxidermy wolves. This museum is definitely worth checking out if you're in the area.

Tammy V.

Very cool museum. Lots of history. The owner was very friendly and shared lots of cool stories.

Andrew S.

This is a great stop! If you’re old west buff this is the place for you.
A couple of great collections including but not limited to a wall of arrowheads, a wall of bar wire types, original and restored wagons ranging from stagecoaches to draft wagons to an old hearse. Very nice collection of late 1800/early 1900s autos as well.
All in all just a cool place. Lots to see - do not be deterred by the look from the outside!
Free entry with suggested donation of $5/person.

David W.

Unbelievable experience, made more so by its totally unassuming exterior. A true hidden gem. It's a bit away from downtown Cheyenne and the rodeo/tourist core, and when you arrive, you wonder why you did. Inside is fabulous! Great collection of old west vehicles and a really fun video about their trip to the Four Corners to recreate some history. If you get the chance, say Hi to Mr. Messenger and you'll hear a great, first person history of Cheyenne, Wyoming and the West.