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Fort Phil Kearny witnessed the dramatic events of Red Cloud’s War, 1866-1868. Today, the site encompasses 1000 acres, including Fort grounds, two major battlesites, and rich wildlife habitat.
Historic Battles:
Fort Phil Kearny observes 153rd Anniversary of Fetterman Battle withTalk, Demonstration, Tour
 A tour held in remembrance of the 153rd Anniversary of the Fetterman Battle will be held at Fort Phil Kearny State Historic Site beginning at 9:30 a.m., December 21. The day’s events begin with a Fetterman Battle Talk at Kearny Hall followed by a weapon demonstration at Fort Phil Kearny. A guided tour of the battle site begins at noon. This event is free to the public.
The fight occurred on December 21, 1866 between the United States 18th Infantry 2nd Cavalry Regiments and members of the Lakota (Sioux), Northern Cheyenne, and Northern Arapahoe Native American Nations. At that time, the battle marked the largest defeat of U.S. Forces in the Northern-Plains Territories. The presentation will cover the skirmish between Native Americans and soldiers from Fort Phil Kearny on Dec. 6, 1866 that preceded the Fetterman Massacre on Dec. 21. All ages are welcome to the event and there will be costumed representations of frontier soldiers. Visitors are reminded to dress appropriately for the weather and expect wind at the battlefield. Site fees have been waived for all visitors for the anniversary tour. Fort Phil Kearny State History Site is located at 528 Wagon Box Rd in Banner, Wyoming. For more information call (307) 684-7629 or email the Superintendent at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Share this article: A Division of Wyoming State Parks & Cultural Resources 2301 Central Avenue, 4th Floor, Cheyenne, WY 82002 307-777-6323, www.wyoparks.org
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- Fort Phil Kearny observes 153rd Anniversary of Fetterman Battle withTalk, Demonstration, Tour 2019-12-18 08:27:44
- Fort Phil Kearny Family Pheasant Hunt Scheduled Nov. 30, Dec. 1 2019-10-31 10:36:32
- Fort Phil Kearny Celebrates Veterans Day with Two Events 2019-10-31 07:25:38
- Crazy Woman Crossing Battles Presentation 2019-07-09 11:33:15
- Bozeman Trail Symposium and Tour, August 4th 2019-07-09 11:30:44
- Fort Phil Kearny to Host "Birding and Wildflower Walk" 2019-05-31 11:37:06
- Fort Phil Kearny Hosts Walk Through 10,000 Years of History 2019-04-18 08:33:42
- Fort Phil Kearny Hosts Annual Battlefield Tour 2017-12-18 11:54:40
- Fort Phil Kearny observes winter hours, Tours by appointment 2017-12-07 14:19:46
- Sheridan Library System, Fort Phil Kearny host Eclipse programming 2017-08-01 15:55:05
- Wagon Box Fight commemorated with 150th Anniversary Events 2017-07-19 15:25:09
- Fort Phil Kearny Historic Site - Welcome to our new website! 2017-03-28 14:28:03
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COVID-19 Coronavirus In an effort to slow the spread of COVID-19, all Wyoming State Park: overnight camping facilities, cabins, yurts, group sites/shelters, showerhouses, some non-essential restrooms, and playgrounds are closed until further notice. All parks currently remain open for day-use outdoor recreation activities including: trailheads, hiking/biking trails, boat ramps, fishing access, essential restrooms, individual picnic areas/tables. Normal park fees apply; visitors are urged to use fee canisters. State Historic Sites are closed to the general public until further notice. While we encourage citizens to enjoy the great outdoors while maintaining social distances, please know the Governor has also urged citizens to stay home whenever possible. This is an ever-changing situation. |
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