Originally established as a private fur trading fort in 1834, Fort Laramie evolved into the largest and best known military post on the Northern Plains before its abandonment in 1890.

FORT LARAMIE – Fort Laramie National Historic Site has an upcoming event weekend on Aug. 8-10 titled Circle of Fire, and it ...

Fort Laramie National Historic Site Originally established as a private fur trading fort in 1834, Fort Laramie evolved into the largest and best known military post on the Northern Plains before its ...

For more information For more information about Fort Laramie National Historic Site, go to nps.gov or call the visitor center at 307-837-2221.

The Fort Laramie National Historic Site visitor center housed in the old commissary offers an introductory film, exhibits, and an excellent book selection.

Fort Laramie evolved from a small trading post at a strategic location near the confluence of the Laramie and North Platte rivers to become one of the most storied military posts of the 19th century.