This organization's stated purpose was to preserve historical knowledge, artifacts and locations, as well as providing an outlet for long-time Wyoming residents or "pioneers" to share their experiences in bringing Wyoming into statehood[2] A cabin was built to serve as a meeting place and museum on the Wyoming State Fairgrounds, but it was quickly outgrown by the increased attendance and number of artifact donations.

In 1999, the Museum was transferred to the Wyoming Department of State Parks and Cultural Resources.

[2] The museum focuses on the American frontier or "Old West" period, specifically the experiences of the pioneers who settled the area of what is now modern Wyoming.

Exhibits relating to major events as the [Johnson County War] and the Lightning Creek and Heck Reel massacres are on display, as well as exhibits depicting the work, recreation, and domestic activities of early Wyoming settlers.

The Museum is operated as a part of the Wyoming State Parks system.