This collection includes more than a million documents, maps, and reports from the Anaconda Mining Company covering the United States and more than ten foreign countries. As repository for the University of Wyoming's rare books and special collection, the American Heritage Center has more than 40,000 volumes located in its new facility. The University of Wyoming Art Museum , recognized by the National Endowment for the Arts as a model facility, is one of the most architecturally significant and technologically advanced art museums in the country. It is a showcase for the university's exceptional collections of art, for art exhibitions from other major American museums, and for artists of regional, national and international stature. The UW Art Museum features nine spacious galleries, an expansive sculpture terrace, an art museum sales gallery, and an art school for children.
Programs feature a continuous array of exceptional art exhibitions.
Paintings, drawings, prints, sculpture, decorative and ethnographic arts, crafts, photography, film and video are displayed and shown in a unique and engaging atmosphere. The UW Art Museum Sales Gallery is a unique shopping experience, offering visitors the opportunity to purchase unusual arts-related books, cards, videos, and accessories. Arts, crafts, jewelry and design items of museum quality are offered. Special merchandise relating to museum exhibitions will further public appreciation for exhibitions by allowing them to purchase catalogues, replicas and related materials. Refer to the University Facilities section of this bulletin for information on other museums and libraries in the Laramie area.