Nelson Museum of the West, Cheyenne

Name: Nelson Museum of the West
Address: 1714 Carey Ave, Cheyenne, 82001-4420, United States
Telephone: +1 307-635-7670

#10 among attractions in Cheyenne

Museum, History museum

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Nelson Museum of the West (address: 1714 Carey Ave) is a place located in Cheyenne (Wyoming state) and belongs to the category of museum, history museum.

It is situated at an altitude of 6070 feet, and its geographical coordinates are 41°8'1"N latitude and 104°49'5"W longitude.

Planning a visit to this place, one can easily and conveniently get there by public transportation. Nelson Museum of the West is a short distance from the following public transport stations: Transfer Station (bus, 2 min walk).

Among other places and attractions worth visiting in the area are: The Cowgirls of the West Museum and Emporium (museum, 3 min walk), City and County Building (city hall, 3 min walk), Downtown Cheyenne Historic District (interesting neighbourhood, 4 min walk).

Coordinates: 41°8'1"N, 104°49'5"W

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1714 Carey AveHistoric CheyenneCheyenne 82001-4420 United States

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+1 307-635-7670

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Nelson Museum of the West – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Wyoming State Capitol, Wyoming State Museum, St. Mary's Catholic Cathedral, Joseph C. O'Mahoney Federal Center.

0.5 miN
Historical landmark erected in 1887
Wyoming State Capitol, Cheyenne
13 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Cheyenne, the Wyoming State Capitol reigns as not only a seat of government but also as an emblem of the state's rich history and culture. This stately building, an architectural gem, serves as the hub of Wyoming's state government.
0.4 miN
Museum, History museum, Children's museum
Wyoming State Museum, Cheyenne
11 min walk • The Wyoming State Museum is a state-run museum established in 1895 in Cheyenne, Wyoming. It is the official state repository for material concerning Wyoming history and cultural heritage.
~1500 ftN
Church, Gothic Revival architecture
St. Mary's Catholic Cathedral, Cheyenne
8 min walk • St. Mary's Cathedral is the cathedral and parish church in the Diocese of Cheyenne located in Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1974.
~1430 ftN
Neoclassical architecture
Joseph C. O'Mahoney Federal Center, Cheyenne
7 min walk • The United States Post Office and Court House in Cheyenne, Wyoming, also called the Joseph C. O'Mahoney Federal Center, was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2017.
~970 ftNE
Church
St. Mark's Episcopal Church, Cheyenne
5 min walk • St. Mark's Episcopal Church is a historic church in Cheyenne, Wyoming. It was designed by architect Henry M. Congdon in an Old English style and was built during 1886–1888. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1970.
~920 ftSE
Concerts and shows, Theater
Atlas Theatre, Cheyenne
5 min walk • The Atlas Theatre, also known as the Atlas Building, at 213 W. 16th St. in Cheyenne, Wyoming, was dating from 1887 and was built out as a theatre in 1908. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1973.
~1050 ftNE
Church
First United Methodist Church, Cheyenne
6 min walk • First United Methodist Church is a historic Methodist church building at the northeast corner of 18th Street and Central Avenue in Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States. The congregation was founded in 1867.
~1460 ftNE
Museum, History museum, Georgian architecture
Wyoming Governor's Mansion, Cheyenne
8 min walk • The Wyoming Governor's Mansion is the official residence of the governor of Wyoming. The current mansion was built during 1976 in Cheyenne. The public can tour the residence on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 9:00am to 5:00pm and Sunday 1pm to 5pm. There is no admission fee.
~610 ftNW
City hall
City and County Building, Cheyenne
3 min walk • The City and County Building, also known as the City-County Building, at 19th St. and Carey Ave. in Cheyenne, Wyoming, was built during 1917–1919. It was designed by architect William Dubois in Classical Revival style.
0.6 miNW
Synagogue
Mt. Sinai Synagogue, Cheyenne
16 min walk • The Mt. Sinai Synagogue in Cheyenne, Wyoming was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2017. Its original building was begun in 1915, and was the first permanent Jewish house of worship in the state of Wyoming.
~580 ftE
41°7'59"N • 104°48'58"W
The Cowgirls of the West Museum and Emporium, Cheyenne
3 min walk • Museum, Specialty museum, History museum

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Nelson Museum of the West?

Nearby attractions include The Cowgirls of the West Museum and Emporium, Cheyenne (3 min walk), City and County Building, Cheyenne (3 min walk), Downtown Cheyenne Historic District, Cheyenne (4 min walk), Atlas Theatre, Cheyenne (5 min walk).

How to get to Nelson Museum of the West by public transport?

The nearest stations to Nelson Museum of the West:

Bus

Transfer Station • Lines: Downtown, East, Northeast, Northwest, South, West (2 min walk)
19th St. & Central • Lines: Downtown (6 min walk)