Laramie Plains Museum, Victorian museum in Laramie, United States

The Laramie Plains Museum occupies the Ivinson Mansion, a Victorian house built in 1892 with 11,726 square feet (1,089.4 m²) of living space over three floors and a basement. Its main level is stone, the upper levels wood-frame, and the front is eight rooms wide with detailed woodwork, tile and hardware. The left tower is square with a steep pyramidal roof; the right turret is octagonal with a bell-shaped roof.

Edward and Jane Ivinson built this residence in 1892 when Laramie was an important railroad junction. The building was later converted to preserve the story of Wyoming's early settlement period.

The collection reflects how Laramie grew from a railroad stop into a center of learning and culture over several decades. You can see this transformation through the objects and stories displayed inside.

Entry is through the main entrance of the restored mansion, where guides lead visitors through the different rooms and their contents. Plan to spend time exploring all three floors and the various displays throughout the building.

The building features distinctive Queen Anne architectural details including decorative trim, varied roof lines, and asymmetrical window placements. These design elements make it stand out as a particularly fine example of late 1800s residential construction.