Chinese Joss House Museum
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brwhiz
N 41° 16.093 W 110° 57.870
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This museum of Chinese culture in the historic West is located in Historic Depot Square in downtown Evanston Wyoming.
Waymark Code: WMA7FJ
Location: Wyoming, United States
Date Posted: 11/28/2010
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A Joss House is a Chinese place of worship. This reproduction of the Joss House from Evanston's Chinatown serves as a museum showcasing artifacts of the local Chinese culture dating from 1870 to 1930.
Operation of the museum is conducted by the Uinta County Museum, located a short distance to the north. Cost of admission is free, but donations are greatly appreciated.
Theme:
Chinese cultural history associated with Evanston and the building of the Transcontinental Railroad and the 60 years following.
Street Address:
Depot Square
920 Front Street
Evanston, Wyoming 82930
Food Court: no
Gift Shop: no
Hours of Operation:
Winter:
Monday to Friday
7:00AM to 3:00PM
Summer:
8:00AM to 7:00PM
Cost: 0.00 (listed in local currency)
Museum Size: Small
Relevant Web Site: [Web Link]
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