South Main Street in Sheridan — Online Webcam
What You Can See Through the Online Camera
The camera is mounted at an elevated position and covers the pedestrian section of South Main Street — the very heart of Sheridan. Your eye is immediately drawn to the distinctive sidewalk paving: decorative tiles with a red-orange geometric pattern create the feel of a well-maintained historic center. Tall green trees line both sides of the street, with retro-style street lamps placed between them.
A special detail — bronze statues on pedestals scattered along the sidewalk. This is Sheridan's calling card: the city boasts over 100 permanent sculptures made of bronze, copper, and other materials, plus several dozen temporary and borrowed works. The sculptures are predominantly cast in bronze and reflect important aspects of the Wild West — from eagles and elk to fishermen and Native Americans.
To the right in the frame — a commercial building with a sign and bison logo, with cars parked along the right side. To the left stretch storefronts with display windows and awnings, and a traffic light is visible at the corner. In the distance stretches the urban skyline with multi-story buildings, and beyond that — the horizon where the sky meets the foothills.
History of South Main Street
Sheridan was founded in 1882, and incorporated and registered in 1884. South Main Street is part of the historic Main Street district, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) under number 82001837. The district covers both sides of several blocks of Main Street from Burkitt Street to Mandel Street and includes 57 contributing buildings.
In the 1910s and 1920s, the early wooden buildings on Main Street were replaced with more durable brick and stone structures. That is when the architectural character we see today took shape — solid two- and three-story facades with decorative cornices, arched windows, and cast iron details. The street has preserved the spirit of a small Western town's commercial center, where banks, shops, and saloons stood side by side.
Bronze Stories on the Sidewalk
Sheridan is known far beyond Wyoming for its collection of street sculpture. The city boasts over 100 permanent sculptures made of bronze, copper, and other materials, plus several dozen temporary and borrowed works. The sculptures are predominantly cast in bronze and reflect important aspects of the Wild West — from eagles and elk to fishermen and Native Americans.
On South Main Street, the statues are arranged so that pedestrians can view them without leaving the main route. Each sculpture tells a mini-story: a cowboy on a bucking bronco, a horsewoman in a flowing dress, a bison poised to charge. Over time, the bronze develops a patina, acquiring that distinctive greenish hue that photographers love so much.
Architecture of the Commercial Buildings
The buildings along South Main Street represent typical early 20th-century commercial architecture of small Western towns. Brick facades with decorative elements, large display windows on the ground floors, and entrance awnings — all of this creates a sense of coziness and historical continuity. Many buildings have preserved their original signs and cast iron details.
To the right in the frame stands out a commercial building with a sign and bison logo — a nod to Wild West symbols. The bison has long become more than just an animal; it is a cultural code of Wyoming, appearing on coats of arms, local company logos, and, of course, on bronze statues.
Sheridan — Gateway to the Bighorn Mountains
The city is located in northern Wyoming at the very edge of the Bighorn Mountains, which rise directly to the west of the city. Sheridan is known as "Wyoming's Jewel" — a classic "cowboy" destination with big skies, lively saloons, mountain wildlife, and Wild West adventures.
Sheridan has been dubbed the "Gateway to the Bighorns" — the city is famous for its Old West connections, including legends associated with Buffalo Bill Cody. From here, routes begin into the Bighorn National Forest, popular among tourists, anglers, and mountain hiking enthusiasts.
How to Get to South Main Street
South Main Street is located right in the center of Sheridan, within walking distance of the city's main attractions. If you are arriving by car, head to the intersection of Main Street and Louck Street — the main parking area for the historic district is located here.
The street is fully pedestrianized, with vehicle traffic restricted. Benches are placed along the sidewalk, and small courtyards with cafes and restaurants are tucked between the shops. This is a place where locals meet for coffee, and tourists — for souvenirs and photos with the bronze statues.
What You Can See on the Camera
The online camera broadcasts an elevated view of pedestrian South Main Street in downtown Sheridan. In the frame: a street paved with decorative tiles featuring a red-orange geometric pattern, tall green trees on both sides, street lamps, and bronze statues on pedestals. To the right — a commercial building with a sign and bison logo, parked cars. To the left — storefronts with display windows and awnings, a traffic light visible at the corner. In the distance — the urban skyline with multi-story buildings. The stream runs in real time, allowing you to observe the life of the pedestrian zone in the city's central district.
