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A guide about the University of Wyoming's American Heritage Center, where patrons can explore and conduct research in primary source collections.

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Welcome to the American Heritage Center Research Guide

Welcome to the LibGuide for the American Heritage Center (AHC) at the University of Wyoming. This guide provides essential information and resources to help you make the most of our archival collections, whether you’re a student, academic researcher, or a member of the public interested in exploring history.

How to Use This Guide

This guide is structured to help you:

  • Searching the Collections: Learn more about the collections in our holdings.
  • Navigate the AHC’s Resources: Learn about our catalog, finding aids, and how to access materials.
  • Understand Archival Research: Find tips and tools for conducting effective research in our archives.
  • Prepare for Your Research Visit: Find information about visiting our Reading Room
  • Discover our Partner Resources: Find more resources to help you with your research.

In addition, the guide provides practical information about visiting the AHC, utilizing research services, and staying updated on news and events. Whether you’re conducting in-depth research or exploring our collections out of curiosity, this guide will help you get started and make the most of what the AHC has to offer.

Visitor Information

Location

2111 Willett Drive
Laramie, WY 82071

See the UW Campus Map (East side)

About the American Heritage Center

The University of Wyoming's AHC is one of the nation’s leading archives and research institutions, dedicated to preserving and providing access to a vast array of historical materials. It is located on the eastern side of the UW campus in the Centennial Complex, preserves a clearly defined set of primary sources and rare books - reflecting the written, visual, and audio history of Wyoming, the Rocky Mountain region, and select aspects of the American past. Our diverse collections support casual inquiry and international scholarship; most importantly, we play an active and creative role in the teaching and research missions of the University of Wyoming. 

 Our holdings focus on a wide variety of subjects, with particular strengths in:

  • Western History: Including the settlement and development of the American West.
  • Politics and Public Affairs: Featuring the papers of notable political figures.
  • Literature and Journalism: Highlighting authors, journalists, and publishers.
  • Popular Entertainment: Showcasing materials related to film, radio, television, and the performing arts.

These collections serve as invaluable primary sources for anyone studying Wyoming’s history, the broader history of the American West, and various other thematic areas.

Take an Online Tour

American Heritage Center: A Walking Tour. By Rebekah Westrup

Contact Us

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American Heritage Center
Contact:
AHC Reading Room
4th Floor
Centennial Complex
UW Laramie
ahcref@uwyo.edu
307-766-3756
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