2025 Events
June 15th-20th
Troy Reichert’s Skilled Trades Group
Join Troy Reichert as he repairs, upgrades, and transforms all aspects of Sunrise so it is available for people to see for years to come.
Where: Sunrise YMCA
Contact
Troy Reichert
PO Box 30
Hartville, WY 82215
Tel: 307-331-8810
June 23rd - July 26th
EWC/SHAPPS/Sunrise Field School
Join the Sunrise Field School, a collaboration between Dr. Steven Howard, Eastern Wyoming College, Sunrise and SHAPPS.
This will be a 6-credit and encompassing per credit college field school course running six days a week from June 23 through July 26. The course covers basic laboratory and field methods in archaeology for data collection, analysis and interpretation of cultural material. Emphasis is placed on archaeological questions, scientific methods, heritage preservation and culture change. It also includes basics of site management and directing research. It is primarily designed for anthropology students and/or those students interested in pursuing archaeological fieldwork as either a career or life experience.
Where: Sunrise, WY
Cost: Call Steve Howard 512-698-8324
Contact
George Zeimens 307-575-2010
Geri Zeimens 307-575-0333
PO Box 30
Hartville, WY 82215
June 28th
SHAPPS Grand Tour
Join the Grand Tour of Sunrise, WY
- Enjoy several presentations about archaeology and Sunrise history
- Tour Historic CF&I Buildings
- Walking tour of Old Town Site
- Walking tour of Industrial Area
- Walking tour of the “Glory Hole”
Includes three hours of tours
No-host BBQ lunch starts at 11:30 at the YMCA Building
Handicap Accessible Tours are available
Where: Sunrise YMCA
Cost: $20 Adults; Under 18 years free
Contact
Kathy Troupe
PO Box 30
Hartville, WY 82215
Tel: 307-331-8810
July 13th-27th
Volunteers for Peace with Dr. Steve Howard
Dr. STEVE HOWARD will be hosting volunteers from the Volunteers for Peace (VFP) work camp program for a International / National field study of the Sunrise and Powars II area.
Up to eight volunteers from across the globe will work with the field school students to learn about archaeology, and lend their hands to various improvement projects at Sunrise Mine.
Where: Sunrise, WY
Contact
Steve Howard 512-698-8324
PO Box 30
Hartville, WY 82215
George Zeimens 307-575-2010
Geri Zeimens 307-575-0333
July 20th - August 9th
Dr. Bruce Bradley Archaeological Group
Dr. Bruce Bradley along with his team will once again work with George Zeimens to do research at Sunrise, Wyoming. Last year his team included archaeologists from Brazil, Uruguay, and Germany.
Where: Sunrise, WY
Cost: To Be Determined
Contact
Kathy Troupe
PO Box 30
Hartville, WY 82215
Tel: 307-331-8810
July 24th-26th
International & National Symposium
The SHAPPS/EWC Summer Symposium (tentatively themed “Exploring Early Cultures in the Americas”) will involve a reception on the evening on Thursday June 24th, at EWC’s Fine Arts Center with speakers from various countries in the Americas Thursday and Friday evening in the auditorium.
Attendees will also be encouraged to take day shuttles (or drive out if they prefer) on Friday and Saturday to Sunrise Mine for tours and activities, including refreshments.
Where: EWC Fine Arts Center and Sunrise, WY
Contact
Steve Howard 512-698-8324
PO Box 30
Hartville, WY 82215
George Zeimens 307-575-2010
Geri Zeimens 307-575-0333
A Big Thanks to All Who Contribute to SHAPPS
Join the SHAPPS community today as an individual or family and be part of something incredible! Your contributions will play a vital role in supporting and enhancing this lasting legacy. Businesses and institutions are also welcome to join as inactive members to showcase their support. Let's make a difference together!
Contact US
SHAPPS
PO Box 380
Hartville, WY 82215
PH: 307-331-8810