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Fort Bridger in Uinta County, Wyoming — The American West (Mountains)
 

Post Trader’s House

 
 
Post Trader’s House Marker image. Click for full size.
Photographed By Barry Swackhamer, September 10, 2015
1. Post Trader’s House Marker
Inscription. Judge Carter began building his home in 1858 and continually added onto it as his family grew and his status improved. The house was a frame structure with board and batten siding. Two bay windows flanked the front porch. The Carter’s boasted one of the largest libraries in the region, and enjoyed several conveniences found in fine Eastern residences of the period. For this reason noted scientists, generals, railroad executives and other distinguished travelers welcomed an invitation to the house. A President of the United States and Mark Twain even visited the residence in its hayday (sic). Unfortunately, a fire destroyed the historic structure in the early 1930's.
 
Erected by Lions Club, Lyman, WY.
 
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Forts and Castles.
 
Location. 41° 19.109′ N, 110° 23.409′ W. Marker is in Fort Bridger, Wyoming, in Uinta County. Marker can be reached from Business U.S. 80 near Main Street, on the left when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Fort Bridger WY 82933, United States of America. Touch for directions.
 
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. The First School House in Wyoming (a few steps from this marker); School House, Milk House & Wash House (a few steps from this marker); Ice House, Warehouse and Mess Hall
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(a few steps from this marker); The Post Trader's Store (within shouting distance of this marker); The Post Trader (within shouting distance of this marker); Carriage House, Stables and Chicken Coop (within shouting distance of this marker); Officer's Quarters and Enlisted Men's Barracks (within shouting distance of this marker); Fort Bridger (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Fort Bridger.
 
More about this marker. This marker is located on the grounds of Fort Bridger Historic Site. Obtain a map at the entrance or museum.
 
Post Trader’s House Marker image. Click for full size.
Photographed By Barry Swackhamer, September 10, 2015
2. Post Trader’s House Marker
 
 
Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on November 19, 2015, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California. This page has been viewed 257 times since then and 7 times this year. Photos:   1, 2. submitted on November 19, 2015, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California.

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