University of Wyoming
The Albany County Historical Society was founded in 1931 by means of a Wyoming Statute. The first purpose of the society was to promote the Laramie Plains Historical Museum, which its members had helped to establish. The second purpose was to collect source material pertaining to the history of Albany County and the surrounding areas. The society also wanted its members to write articles, and give talks at local organizations and schools that would educate people about the history of Albany County.
The Albany County Historical Society records contain a 1887 deed for property , Root's Opera House record (1917-1918), financial reports and bank statements (1973-1995), correspondence (1943-2004), minutes of the Executive Committee and of the annual meetings (1943 1995), Award Committee files (1963-1984), membership lists (1983-1997), newsletter "Wyoming History News" (1992-1996), revised constitution and by laws (1977-1979), and newspaper clippings (1940s-1990s).
There are no access restrictions on the materials for research purposes, and the collection is open to the public.
The researcher assumes full responsibility for observing all copyright, property, and libel laws as they apply.
There are no known other archival collections created by the Albany County Historical Society at the date of processing.
Item Description, Box Number, Folder Number, Collection Name, Collection Number, American Heritage Center, University of Wyoming.
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