Wyoming Territorial Prison State Park

His name was Butch Cassidy and he was a "guest" of the Wyoming State Territorial Prison in Laramie, Wyoming.  Billy "the kid" was also a frequent guest of the less than comfortable establishment.

Today, the prison is one of the best history lessons the State Park system has to offer.  The restoration and conversion into a first class museum, gives visitors a unique glimpse into prison life in the late 1800s. 

This Park is a must-see if you're in the Laramie area.  Admission fee is $5.00.  You can run through quickly or spend a couple of hours, as I did, reading about how the prison offset costs through the manufacture and sale of straw brooms.  The broom factory is still there and you can even buy a broom made there in the gift store.