Purchased by: First American Title
Recommissioned and painted in 2025 by James Overstreet.
Artwork Type: Sculpture
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WyHy Boot
THE CONCEPT:
“At WyHy, the bison isn’t just a symbol. It’s a statement. Rooted in Wyoming’s rugged strength and independence, the bison reflects our members’ resilience, our state’s wild spirit, and our commitment to standing strong together. Just like the bison, we move forward with purpose, grounded in our community, proud of our roots, and ready for whatever’s ahead.” -
Old Airport Fountain
Updated in 2023, for the Arts and Aviation ‘Open House’ which introduced the project taking over the old terminal building. Learn more here.
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Yoga Peices
Funded by the City of Cheyenne ‘Art in Public Places’ Project – Located in Optimist Park, off of the Cheyenne Greenway; Installed in 2005
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Where the Deer and the Antelope Play
Where the Deer and the Antelope Play is part of the “These Boots are made for Talking” public art project started as a joint project of the Cheyenne Depot Museum Foundation and the Downtown Development Authority. The boots were sponsored by local businesses and auctioned at a fundraiser. The nearly $100000 raised went to the Cheyenne Depot Museum Endowment Fund to benefit the museum. This boot is installed in the northeast corner of the Cheyenne Depot Plaza.
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Truth
Truth is wise and the oldest of the four sister statues. Truth calls us to follow her to walk by her side for she illuminates our way. In her absence there is darkness strife and suffer In her presence life is clear and meaningful.
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Springtime in Cheyenne
The Springtime in Cheyenne Boot was created as part of “These Boots Are Made for Talking” and is installed in the #1 Properties parking lot. The Big Boots Initiative is a joint public art project of the Cheyenne Depot Museum Foundation and the Cheyenne Downtown Development Authority.
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Robert Burns
The Robert Burns Monument is a bronze image of Burns attired in the costume typical of his times. It stands 6-1/2 feet high on a pedestal of Georgia gray granite 12-1/2 feet high. The statue was prepared by noted Scottish sculptor Henry S. Gamely and was donated to the city by Mary Gilchrist in 1929 widow of one of Wyoming’s most colourful cattle-barons and a native of Ayrshire Scotland.
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Saga of Tom Horn
The Saga of Tom Horn Boot was created as part of “These Boots Are Made for Talking” and is installed just outside the east entrance of the Laramie County Courthouse/Government Complex. The Big Boots Initiative is a joint public art project of the Cheyenne Depot Museum Foundation and the Cheyenne Downtown Development Authority.
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SouthSide Historic District Boot
The Southside Historic District Boot depicts former businesses that defined south Cheyenne’s identity. This boot is part of the community’s Big Boot public art project and was sponsored by the Wyoming Independent Citizens Coalition and Arts Cheyenne.
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People Places and Things Boot
The People Places and Things Boot was created as part of “These Boots Are Made for Talking” and is installed in the lobby of the Emerald Foam Control Building. The Big Boots Initiative is a joint public art project of the Cheyenne Depot Museum Foundation and the Cheyenne Downtown Development Authority.
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Outlaws of Wyoming
The Outlaws of Wyoming Boot was created as part of “These Boots Are Made for Talking” and is installed just outside the entrance to the Cheyenne Artists Guild building in Holliday Park. The Big Boots Initiative is a joint public art project of the Cheyenne Depot Museum Foundation and the Cheyenne Downtown Development Authority.
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Mountain Blome
This piece is installed in the Clay Pathfinder Building on the Laramie County Community College Campus. It was installed as part of the Art in Public Building program through the Wyoming Arts Council
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Milestones: Chamber 100th Anniversary
Milestones: Chamber 100th Anniversary is part of the “These Boots are made for Talking” public art project started as a joint project of the Cheyenne Depot Museum Foundation and the Downtown Development Authority. The boots were sponsored by local businesses and auctioned at a fundraiser. The nearly $100000 raised went to the Cheyenne Depot Museum Endowment Fund to benefit the museum. This boot is installed just outside the Cheyenne Depot Museum.
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Licensed to Boot
The Licensed to Boot was created as part of “These Boots Are Made for Talking” and is installed near the west entrance of the Wyoming State Museum. The Big Boots Initiative is a joint public art project of the Cheyenne Depot Museum Foundation and the Cheyenne Downtown Development Authority.
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Memories of the Old West
Memories of the Old West is part of the “These Boots are made for Talking” public art project started as a joint project of the Cheyenne Depot Museum Foundation and the Downtown Development Authority. The boots were sponsored by local businesses and auctioned at a fundraiser. The nearly $100000 raised went to the Cheyenne Depot Museum Endowment Fund to benefit the museum. This boot is installed just outside the south side of the Cheyenne Depot Museum.
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Justice
Justice is a warrior-like figure. She looks very smart and knowledgeable. She declares that under her gaze we are given the right to live a life without tyranny cruelty and perfidy. As well as the duty to live in peace and respect for one another.
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HUB Int.
Purchased by: HUB International
*Located inside the business.
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Journey of the Soul
Journey of the Soul is part of the “These Boots are made for Talking” public art project started as a joint project of the Cheyenne Depot Museum Foundation and the Downtown Development Authority. The boots were sponsored by local businesses and auctioned at a fundraiser. The nearly $100000 raised went to the Cheyenne Depot Museum Endowment Fund to benefit the museum. This boot is installed just outside the Cheyenne Botanic Gardens
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Hope
Hope announces the coming of the day when the yearnings of our soul shall be satisfied. Her message infuses us with the strength for the day and meaning to our tribulation.
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Blue Skies Over Wyoming
The Blue Skies Over Cheyenne Boot was created as part of “These Boots Are Made for Talking” and is installed inside the new Cheyenne Regional Airport Terminal. The Big Boots Initiative is a joint public art project of the Cheyenne Depot Museum Foundation and the Cheyenne Downtown Development Authority.
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Dervish
“Dervish” is an installation by Arizona artist Lyle London. This 12′ high sculpture was originally created in 3D Cad as a complex vortex or whirlwind and then fabricated from 105 curvilinear waterjet 1/4″ steel plates. The negative space resulting from 1″ spaces between the plates creates a constantly changing mass when viewing the piece from different angles. The piece was installed outside the Clay Pathfinder Building on the LCCC campus through the Wyoming Arts Council’s Art in Public Building program.
