History, Legend & Lore
From Fort Fetterman to Glenrock's Deer Creek Museum, Wyoming's past comes alive at the museums & historic sites scattered across Converse County!
The Paleon Museum
The little town of Glenrock has a surprising past. It was once roamed by dinosaurs! Visit the museum or participate in an actual dinosaur dig with their "DIG SCHOOL"
Ayres Natural Bridge & Park
This magnificent rare rock formation is one of three natural bridges spanning water in the nation. The park is a local favorite for picnics, hiking and swimming.
Wyoming State Fair & Rodeo
Mark your calendars for Wyoming's PREMIER SUMMER EVENT the 111th Wyoming State Fair in Douglas on
August 11-15, 2026
Discover Douglas & Glenrock
Whether planning a family vacation, a road trip with friends, or a romantic getaway, Converse County is a great place to visit. Enjoy world-class outdoor recreation, fun events like the Wyoming State Fair, shopping, dining, historic sites and more. Come make some memories!
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Must-see spots to visit while in the Douglas & Glenrock area!
Celebrate Autumn in Converse County
Douglas Scarecrow Showdown
Scarecrows are popping up around Douglas! The full collection will be in place across town by October 18. Head out and take in all the fun fall creations! 🍁
Businesses & Non-Profits: Enter your scarecrow and join the fun! The public will vote, prizes will be awarded, and your creation will be displayed around town in Douglas, Wyoming.
Event Dates: October 18–28
Winners Announced: On or before Halloween 🎃
Judging Categories: Creativity & Originality, Use of Business Theme, and Eye-Catching Appeal — each scored up to 10 points for a total of 30!
All lots of straw, a little bit of heart.
Scroll through town and find your favorite scarecrow — community and creativity come to life!
Celebrate fall in Converse County, Wyoming and bring some seasonal sparkle to your visit!
Outdoor Recreation
Looking for an epic outdoor adventure? We have all kinds of recreational opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts to explore. Discover wildlife, state parks, public lands and miles of trails to traverse. Bring your camera and make some memories!
Collectible Stickers Hunt
While you're out exploring Douglas & Glenrock make sure to keep an eye out for free collectible Jackalope Stickers at participating area businesses & attractions!
Whistle-Stop Mercantile
- 200 South 3rd Street,Converse County, Douglas, Wyoming, 82633
- https://www.whistlestopbooks.com/
We are a Bookstore and Internet Cafe. We sell: Books, Gifts, Espresso, Paninis, & freshly-made Salads
The Whistle-Stop Mercantile provides a big-city-bookstore shopping experience with friendly, hometown convenience and service. We specialize in titles and topics about the West, often written by regional and local authors. We also carry a large selection of new and gently used fiction, non-fiction, children's, and Christian titles.
About Converse County
Discover Our Wild Western History & Scenic Beauty
Welcome to Converse County, Wyoming! While you're here you can take some time to discover the area sites. In Douglas, you'll want to visit the historic downtown area where you can dine, shop and snap a photo with the jackalope statue in Jackalope Square. You can also stop by the visitors center to pick up a visitors guide or map. Glenrock has an amazing dinosaur museum, a historic hotel & dining room called the Hotel Higgins an expansive city park with a historic train bridge over the river. There is a lot more to explore too. We hope you enjoy your visit!
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