Laramie Plains Museum at the

Historic Ivinson Mansion

This museum, set in a late 19th century historic mansion offers extraordinary collections of opulent Victorian fixtures and furnishings, beautiful historic textiles and clothing, memorabilia from early Laramie and ranch history, and a one room school house.

We Are Open for the Season

Tours run from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm, Tuesday through Saturday.

The last tour will begin at 3:00.

Tours usually last an hour, and all tours are guided

Come Party With Us!

 
Three ladies in formal attire and cool hats smile into the camera over fine china.

Teas on Tuesdays

Teas on Tuesdays are three formal high tea affairs that happen May, June, and July. The efforts benefit the museum curatorial efforts. Come join us for an elegant afternoon of tasty treats and a historical talk put on by our staff.

A woman stands in front of a vintage car, holding a glass of wine.

Evening at the Ivinsons’

The Evening at the Ivinsons’ is our annual fundraiser in August. Members of the Museum Association and friends gather together for silent and live auctions, entertainment, and free tours of the Historic Ivinson Mansion.

The front parlor of  the mansion decorated for Christmas.

Christmas Open House

Every year, as our gift to the community we open The Ivinson Mansion to the public for a special holiday open house. We celebrate with a different theme each year. The Open House is made possible through the efforts of many volunteers and florists throughout Laramie.
December 9th, 2023 3-6pm
December 10th, 2023 1-4pm

 
 

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Your monetary donation helps with day to day operations, restoration and special projects.

Our Collection

 

History

See information about the beginnings of Laramie City as it transitioned from a railroad tent town to a permanent, influential destination on the map thanks to its early pioneers.

Inside the Mansion

As our largest artifact, the Ivinson Mansion is a Victorian Queen Anne style historic house restored to its nineteenth century grace with two rooms and the entire third floor dedicated to Laramie history. See selected rooms and learn the history of this historic house.

Curation

Learn about the dedicated group of people who maintain the Ivinson Mansion as well as the artifacts that make up the sweeping collection of the Laramie Plains Museum.

 

Come Stay with Us!

Check out our Mason Loft Condos

for an elegant home away from home

during your trip to Laramie.

“Great old home with lots of historical information about the original owner, the girls school that occupied the building for about 30 years and general history of the area. Very enjoyable.”

-Rhiana Martha Pearson, Google

 

“Beautifully restored Victorian home. Knowledgeable guides. Wonderful stop.”

– Viki Granacher, Google.