Carbon County Museum Hosts Fundraiser February 21st

Museum to hold casino-themed game night with exhibits and more

Published on Feb. 22, 2026

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The Carbon County Museum in Rawlins, Wyoming is hosting a casino-themed fundraiser this Saturday, February 21st. The event will feature a variety of board and card games, including a giant Jenga, as well as a cash bar. Proceeds from the 21-and-over event will go towards developing new exhibits, including an upcoming display on Dr. Lillian Heath, the first female physician in Wyoming.

Why it matters

The Carbon County Museum's fundraiser provides an opportunity for the local community to come together, enjoy some entertainment, and support the museum's efforts to preserve and share the region's history. As a non-profit organization, the museum relies on events like this to continue developing new exhibits and programming.

The details

Museum Director Tom Mensik said the game night event is a chance for attendees to take a break from the holiday season and enjoy various games, drinks, and exhibits. In addition to the usual assortment of board and card games, guests can also play a giant version of Jenga in the museum's garage. The upcoming Dr. Lillian Heath exhibit will highlight the life and career of the first female physician in Wyoming, including her role in attending the autopsy of the outlaw Big Nose George Parrott.

  • The Carbon County Museum's game night fundraiser is this Saturday, February 21st.
  • The Dr. Lillian Heath exhibit should be ready within a month.
  • On July 10th, the museum will premiere a new documentary, 'Journeys to 250', exploring the history of Carbon County.
  • A book signing by author CJ Box is scheduled for Tuesday, March 3rd.

The players

Tom Mensik

The director of the Carbon County Museum.

Dr. Lillian Heath

The first female physician in Wyoming, who began her medical career in Rawlins and famously attended the autopsy of the outlaw Big Nose George Parrott.

Dr. Thomas Maghee

The Union Pacific surgeon who served as Dr. Heath's mentor when she started her medical career.

Big Nose George Parrott

An outlaw whose autopsy was attended by Dr. Lillian Heath, and whose skull was later used as a doorstop by the physician.

CJ Box

The author of the Joe Pickett series, who will be doing a book signing at the museum.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident (San Francisco Chronicle)

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee (Instagram)

What’s next

The upcoming Dr. Lillian Heath exhibition was partially funded by a grant from the Wyoming Semiquincentennial Planning Task Force. On July 10th, the Carbon County Museum will premiere the Carbon County 250 Committee's new documentary, 'Journeys to 250'.

The takeaway

The Carbon County Museum's fundraiser highlights the important role that local museums play in preserving and sharing a community's history. By hosting events like this, the museum is able to continue developing new exhibits and programming that educate and engage the public.