CHEYENNE — The Wyoming Semiquincentennial Planning Task Force has announced the eighth and final round of awardees for the Semiquincentennial Grant Program. 

The grants program was launched last year and is supported with a $2 million appropriation from the Wyoming Legislature. The grants program allows communities to recognize and celebrate Wyoming’s unique role in American history and to explore both Wyoming’s lasting legacy and future potential. The projects will take place in conjunction with the celebration of the 250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence in 2026. 

Twenty entities were awarded grants for this final time around, totaling $260,988.82. Park County awardees include:

Cody Music Club, Cody: A Star-Spangled Celebration

The Cody Music Club, in collaboration with local schools and community groups, will present a one-time performance at the Wynona Thompson Auditorium in Cody in March 2026. The program will feature musical selections representing cultural traditions from Wyoming and other regions across the United States. 

Town of Meeteetse: Meeteetse Cattle Drive, Dinner, Street Dance and Outdoor Movie

The Town of Meeteetse will host a community-wide event to celebrate American 250 including a traditional cattle drive, historic boardwalk stroll, outdoor picnic, street dance, and movie night on June 29. 

All grant funds have been allocated. State Parks will be in contact with grant recipients regarding their awards. 

Gordon established the Wyoming Semiquincentennial Planning Task Force to develop and coordinate events and activities that honor this significant milestone. More information on the celebration will be made available on the dedicated Semiquincentennial celebration website at wyoming250.com.