A Night Of Murder & Mystery At Trail End State Historic Site In WY

We’re always on the lookout for new hidden gems in Wyoming and the Trail End State Historic Site is one unique park in the Cowboy State that doesn’t get a lot of attention. This fantastic piece of Wyoming history is tucked away in central Wyoming in Sheridan and can get lost in the shuffle of our more traditional state parks and national parks out West, but we can say with certainty that it’s well worth a visit! If you haven’t had the opportunity to explore Trail End before or need an excuse to visit again, now is the PERFECT time because they’ll be hosting a delightfully drama-filled Murder Mystery Dinner – and you’ll want to don your best costumed attire to attend!

Trail End State Park is a unique historic site in Sheridan, Wyoming that boasts the fabulous 13,000-square-foot Kendrick Mansion and beautifully manicured grounds.

The mansion was built back in 1908 by John Kendrick, and at the time, only cost $165,000 to build.

Exotic materials for the residence were shipped from all over the country - and the world! - by rail.

The final result was an opulent, stunning piece of Flemish Revival architecture (a blending of French and Belgian influences) with 30 lavishly decorated rooms, three floors, plus four balconies and four porches.

This gorgeous historic site is open year-round and offers impeccable views, however, the mansion museum is only open during certain seasons and with limited hours.

For many, old historic mansions can have a little bit of eeriness to them. But prior to spooky season, the Kendrick Mansion at Trail End will be hosting a lavish gala fit for every Gatsby lover, Clue fan, and Gothic-Victorian architecture enthusiast:

Everyone is a suspect…but who is the real killer? You'll have to figure that out for yourself.

The evening will include refreshments. A cash bar will be available as well.

Due to the nature of the event, which will take place from 5:30-8:30 p.m. on Friday, August 11, and Saturday, August 12, the Murder Mystery Party at Kendrick Mansion is only for those 21 and over.

Tickets are extremely limited - only 25 are available for each night - and they typically sell out every year, so act fast! Cost is $60 per person or $100 for two guests. You won't want to miss this!

For more info about Trail End tours, hours, or to grab your tickets for the 2023 Kendrick Mansion Murder Mystery Party, visit the Trail End State Historic Site website. Remember, only 25 spots are available each evening, so don’t wait too long!

After the event, be sure to share your best costume, group, and event photos with us. You can also stay on top of future events by visiting the official Trail End State Historic Site website and the Trail End Facebook page. We’ll see you there!

For even more fun things to do in Wyoming, we have a whole host of special events and timely Cowboy State happenings categorized by season. You can also find a plethora of historic Wyoming mansions available for overnight stays if you want to make a weekend out it.

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

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