Trail End State Historic Site

Visit the seat of a cattle ranching empire of Texas cowboy turned U.S. Senator & Wyoming Governor John B. Kendrick. Trail End State Historic Site features a view of early 20th century lifestyle. Designed by Montana architect Glenn Charles McAlister, the mansion remains on of the few western examples of Flemish Revival architecture. “Trail End” as it was named by Kendrick is operated by the State of Wyoming Parks & Cultural Resources. This historic house museum features many of the original furnishings and personal items of the family.

The Mansion hosts several events throughout the year, including the Christmas Open House; the Christmas with the Kendrick’s play each year; Summer Evening at the Mansion in June; and White Glove Tours, usually held in the fall.

Sheridan’s Civic Theater Guild holds plays throughout the year in the Carriage House Theater on the Kendrick Mansion Grounds. The Carriage House was once used to house John B. Kendrick’s horses and carriages.

Kendrick was an orphan who trailed cattle to Wyoming from Texas. He was self-educated and through cattle and real estate business ventures became one of the county’s wealthiest men. He had several ranches throughout Wyoming and Montana.

The land for Kendrick Park which sits below the mansion was donated by Kendrick to the City of Sheridan. First named Pioneer Park, it was renamed for Mr. Kendrick after his death.

Trail End State Historic Site, 400 Clarendon Ave, Sheridan, WY 82801

Website: trailend.org Phone: (307) 674-4589