Laramie’s Living History —
A Variety of Other Topics
A series of stories prepared for the Albany County Museum Coalition, an alliance of institutions that promote Laramie’s historic and cultural resources. This series originally appeared in the Laramie Boomerang.
Not all Albany County history falls into a specific category; a wide assortment of additional topics are covered on these pages.
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LARAMIE’S JULY 4th - 100 YEARS AGO
In 1917 Laramie folk's had learned of the horrors of World War I and the impact it would likely have on their community. But that did not stop them from living their daily lives, including a fine July 4th celebration.
Laramie Garden Club— Proving it Can be Done at 7220 feet
In the 1860s, pioneers brought seeds to Laramie—sharing cuttings and information on those that survived at our high elevation. Typical of these “heritage” plants are hollyhock, rhubarb, lilac, and yellow rose bushes that continue to thrive in Laramie.