Hoofprints of the Past Museum

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HISTORY IS OUR MISSION

Founded by volunteers in 1990, our mission is to preserve and share Kaycee and Western history in our historic Kaycee downtown buildings and tours. That history includes Native Americans, the Fur Trade and 1834 Portuguese Fort, the Bozeman Trail, Fort Reno, the Dull Knife Battle, the Johnson County Cattle War, Butch Cassidy and the Hole in the Wall Gang. Hoofprints of the Past Museum

Tours

Powder River Pioneers Tour

The Bozeman Trail tour travels the historic sites along the Powder River and Bozeman Trail east of Kaycee. Fur Trading posts, forts, and battles, are just some of the history covered on this tour.

Group Museum Tours

This tour will provide a fascinating overview of Kaycee area western history, from the Native Americans through the Outlaw Period while showcasing some of the museum’s most priceless artifacts at the museum. Perfect for tour operators!

Johnson County War Tour

The Johnson County War tour follows the route of the Invaders of 1892, beginning at the KC Fight Site in Kaycee. The tour continues by bus, stopping at the Tisdale and Jones assassination sites. Lunch is enjoyed at the historic TA Ranch.

Hole in the Wall Tour

Visit the historic sites of the Hole in the Wall, where outlaws like Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid hid from the law.

Museum News

Archeology Work at 1834 Fort Antonio Continues

This spring professional archeologists and volunteers will continue to excavate and preserve any artifacts at the site of the 1834 fur trade post east of Kaycee. This is a very early and important historical site. Over 700 artifacts have already been preserved and donated to the museum, where they are on display.

50 Years as a Powder River Vet

Our March annual historical presentation had a great turnout, despite the poor weather. Dwayne Christensen discussed the history of his pioneer family in the area, and his 50 years practicing as a veterinarian in Kaycee. He had great true stories that were enjoyed by the crowd. He also was awarded the 2026 Volunteer for the […]