Tolar Petroglyph Site facts for kids
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Tolar Petroglyph Site
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| Nearest city | Point of Rocks, Wyoming |
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| NRHP reference No. | 14000822 |
| Added to NRHP | September 30, 2014 |
The Tolar Petroglyph Site is a very old and special place in Sweetwater County, Wyoming. It's an archeological site, which means it's a place where people study human history by looking at things left behind. Here, you can find amazing pictures carved into rocks, called petroglyphs.
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What are the Tolar Petroglyphs?
The Tolar Petroglyph Site has a long rock wall made of sandstone. Along this wall, there are 32 different sections filled with rock carvings. These carvings stretch for about 150 feet (46 meters) along the rock face. They tell stories and show scenes from a long time ago.
Who Made These Rock Carvings?
These ancient pictures were made by Native American people. Many of the carvings show people from the Plains Indians tribes. They lived in this area many years ago. These carvings give us clues about their lives and beliefs.
What Do the Pictures Show?
The petroglyphs at Tolar show many different things. They give us a peek into the lives and beliefs of the people who made them.
Horse Riders and Warriors
Many of the pictures show people riding horses. These are often Native American warriors from the Plains tribes. They are shown from a time when horses were very important for hunting and travel. Some carvings also show warriors carrying shields.
Special Symbols
Other carvings show special symbols and animals. You might see a "turtle motif," which is a design that looks like a turtle. There are also carvings of a "spirit bear." These symbols likely had important meanings for the people who created them.
Protecting This Special Place
The Tolar Petroglyph Site is very important for understanding history. Because of its special value, it was added to the National Register of Historic Places on September 30, 2014. This means it's recognized as a place worth protecting for future generations.
