A city that has seen the brunt and glory of the Wild West, Laramie has survived its wild and uncertain years to emerge as an important city. Its history dates back to the early 1860s, when the railroads brought in people, money and businesses. Over the years, the city prospered economically and politically, becoming also the first city to give women equal political rights.Today, Laramie is a thriving tourist destination with a lot to offer travelers, including annual events like Laramie Jubilee Days. The Wyoming Territorial Prison State Historic Site is an important historic landmark, along with attractions such as Laramie Plains Museum, University of Wyoming Art Museum, and Geological Museum.
