Saturday, July 11
KC Fight Marker Dedication
In honor of America’s semiquincentennial, the Hoofprints of the Past Museum in Kaycee will be dedicating the newly installed historical marker overlooking the site of the KC Ranch Cabin, where the 1892 battle took place between 50 Johnson County War “Invaders” and one Nathan D. Champion. Nick Ray and Champion were eventually killed at the site on April 9, 1892, after a day-long siege.
This pivotal event in the Johnson County War had important consequences for the history of the American West and deserves to be remembered.
The incident shares the spirit that compelled the American founders to write the Declaration of Independence and create a new nation.
Those who wish to attend can meet at Harold Jarrard Park at 9 a.m. for a short walk to the historical site. The ceremony will include a welcome and introduction, remembrances of 1776 and 1892, presentations by historians, the marker dedication and unveiling.
After the ceremony, the Hoofprints of the Past Museum will be open to the public and refreshments will be served.
This event is supported by the Wyoming Semiquincentennial Committee and the Johnson County Semiquincentennial Committee.
WHEN: 9 a.m. Saturday, July 11
WHERE: Harold Jarrard Park, 603 Nolan Ave., and Hoofprints of the Past Museum, 344 Nolan Ave., Kaycee WY 82369
