Robert Burns
Memorial Statue
A bronze monument honoring Scotland's beloved poet and lyricist, the "Ploughman Poet" best known for writing "Auld Lang Syne," standing at 2610 Pioneer Ave in Cheyenne.
Monument Details
Donor
Mary Gilchrist donated the monument to the City of Cheyenne in 1928, with dedication in 1929. She was the widow of Andrew Gilchrist, a Wyoming cattle baron and native of Ayrshire, Scotland, where Burns was born.
Sculptor
The statue was created by Henry Snell Gamley (1865–1928), a Scottish artist who captured Burns in 18th-century attire.
Architect
William DuBois designed the monument's overall structure and pedestal.
Design
The statue is a 6.5-foot-high bronze figure of Burns standing on a 12.5-foot pedestal of Georgia gray granite, creating an imposing and dignified memorial.
Inscribed Poetry
"From scenes like these old Scotia's grandeur springs
That makes her lov'd at home, rever'd abroad
Princes and lords are but the breath of kings
'An honest man's the noblest work of God'"
— Robert Burns
Location
Address
2610 Pioneer Ave, Cheyenne, WY
Setting
The statue is located in a small triangular park at the intersection of Pioneer Ave, Randall Ave, and 26th St.
About Robert Burns
Early Life
Born into poverty in Alloway, Scotland (1759–1796), he worked as a tenant farmer while pursuing his passion for poetry.
Literary Impact
A pioneer of the Romantic movement, he wrote in both Scots language and English, celebrating nature, love, and egalitarian values.
Notable Works
Besides "Auld Lang Syne," his famous poems include "Tam o' Shanter," "To a Mouse," and "A Red, Red Rose".
Legacy
He died at age 37 in 1796 from a rheumatic heart condition, but remains Scotland's most beloved poet and cultural icon.
Visit the Memorial
Experience this tribute to Scotland's National Bard in the heart of Cheyenne.
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