Pioneer Arrival Day
Saturday, June 13
Fort Laramie National Historic Site
8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
• Explore the story of those who traveled the Oregon, California, and Mormon Trails through hands-on activities and living history experiences
• Enjoy special programs presented in partnership with Scott’s Bluff National Monument, Guernsey State Park, the Pony Express, and the National Historic Trails Interpretive Center
• Ranger programs will be offered at 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM, 3:00 PM, and 5:00 PM, highlighting different aspects of westward expansion
• Families can participate in an immersive journey from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM, navigating the fort as newly arrived emigrants, gathering supplies, mapping their route, and sending a letter home
• Complete the activity and earn a prize while experiencing the challenges and decisions faced by travelers on the Overland Trails
Join Fort Laramie National Historic Site for a day of interactive history and discover the stories behind one of the largest voluntary migrations in world history.
