Buffalo in Johnson County, Wyoming — The American West (Mountains)
Heritage Mall
Photographed By McGhiever, June 27, 2023
1. Heritage Mall Marker
As a local project to mark the 200th anniversary of the United States, this "Heritage Mall" was built across Clear Creek in 1976 as a reminder of national and local pioneers responsible for our freedoms and way of life. The Bicentennial Committee and key workers included Virginia Purdy (chairman), Daniel Epperson, Al Kuhn, Bill Perry, Virginia Rockett, William Holland, John P. Gammon, C.W. "Burley" Johnson, Frank Helms, Elogene "Jo" Robinson and Gladys Gunderman. A long list of local businesses, ranches and individuals provided the funds and in-kind help. Engineering and design was donated by G.F. Money and Harvey Crowe. After more than 35 years it was re-constructed as part of the Crazy Woman Mall project in 2015. We hope you contemplate our national and local heritage as you watch Clear Creek flow over the rocks as trout swim in shady pools below as they did over 200 years ago.
Erected by Jim & Mary Hicks.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Charity & Public Work • Parks & Recreational Areas • Settlements & Settlers. A significant historical year for this entry is 1976.
Location. 44° 20.802′ N, 106° 41.913′ W. Marker is in Buffalo, Wyoming, in Johnson County. Marker is at the intersection of East Fetterman
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Historic Buffalo, Wyoming (here, next to this marker); Early Johnson County (a few steps from this marker); Crazy Woman Story (a few steps from this marker); Occidental Hotel (within shouting distance of this marker); Johnson County Courthouse (about 500 feet away, measured in a direct line); Johnson County War Memorial (about 500 feet away); Living on the Edge (about 600 feet away); Homesteading and the Jenkins Family (about 600 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Buffalo.
Photographed By McGhiever, June 27, 2023
2. Heritage Mall Marker on a stacked stone plinth at the northeast corner of Main and Fetterman Streets
Credits. This page was last revised on April 5, 2024. It was originally submitted on April 2, 2024, by McGhiever of Minneapolis, Minnesota. This page has been viewed 41 times since then. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on April 2, 2024, by McGhiever of Minneapolis, Minnesota. • Devry Becker Jones was the editor who published this page.
