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Heart Mountain Interpretive Center

1539 Road 19 · Powell, WY

Why you should go…

The Heart Mountain Interpretive Center sits on the site of the Heart Mountain Relocation Center, where more than 14,000 Japanese Americans were incarcerated during World War II. The National Historic Landmark site includes a museum with photographs, artifacts and interactive exhibits, plus original camp structures including a root cellar and a replica guard tower. It is located off Highway 14A between Cody and Powell, Wyoming.

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Good to know

General museums guidance

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

  • Check the special exhibition separately

    Touring shows usually carry their own ticket and their own opening hours, listed apart from general admission.

  • Look for the free window

    Many museums run community days, member evenings, or discounted late openings. It is worth a look before you pay full price.

  • Travel light through the door

    Large bags and backpacks often have to go to a coat check, and lines for it move slowly at opening.

  • Weekday mornings beat weekend afternoons

    School groups clear out by early afternoon midweek, while weekends stay busy from late morning on.

What's around here?

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