Attractions

Our 1800s bank faithfully revives the pulse of frontier finance and safe-keeping—where fortunes were guarded, loans were earned, and trust was handwritten in ledgers.

An 1800s bank was a symbol of progress and prosperity in a growing frontier town—a place where gold, currency, and trust changed hands daily. Typically built from brick or sturdy timber, the bank stood out from the simpler wooden storefronts around it, often featuring large front windows, a bold sign overhead reading “BANK,” and occasionally an American flag fluttering outside to convey authority and legitimacy.
Inside, the bank had a clean, organized feel—though still simple by modern standards. A long wooden counter separated the tellers from the customers, with a decorative iron or wooden grille for protection. Behind the counter stood clerks or the bank manager, often dressed in waistcoats and bowler hats, jotting entries into ledgers with inkwells and quill pens. Shelves held stacks of account books, deposit slips, and ledgers bound in leather.
The back of the bank housed the vault—a thick iron safe or reinforced room with a heavy door and a complex locking system for the time. Inside were gold coins, silver bars, currency notes, and personal lockboxes for customers. Because robbery was a very real risk, banks often had armed guards, and many were located near the sheriff’s office for extra security.
Customers came in to deposit gold dust or coin, take out loans for land or livestock, or store their savings in the safest place available. Transactions were written by hand, and bookkeeping was meticulous, as every coin and bill had to be accounted for manually.
The atmosphere was quiet, serious, and businesslike. The furniture was solid—dark-stained wood desks, chairs, and sometimes a cast iron stove in the corner. On the walls, you might see maps of the local territory, current or past President(s), framed documents, or the latest exchange rates for gold and silver.
In many towns, the bank represented hope—a place where dreams of owning land, building a business, or saving for the future could become reality. But it also came with tension, especially during hard times, when trust in the system could waver and a locked vault might be the only thing standing between stability and chaos.
Center Street & Walkways – Every detail in the center street is designed to transport you—step by step—into the vibrant, gritty, and unforgettable world of the American Old West.

Step into the heart of the Old West—Center Street, where the spirit of 1800s frontier towns comes to life through careful research, handcrafted detail, and immersive design. The center of our Old West Town was reproduced directly from 1800s photos of real towns, capturing the look and feel of a time when dusty roads, horse-drawn wagons, and wooden storefronts lined the horizon.
Overhead, a hand-painted ceiling sets the scene, enhanced by special ceiling optics that gently shift from bright midday sun to starlit night, immersing you in the full rhythm of an old Western day. As the lighting changes, you’ll feel the transition from bustling frontier afternoon to the calm hush of a prairie night.
The main street itself has been crafted to resemble the actual dirt road that once ran through the center of these early towns. It’s bordered by split rail fencing, giving structure and authenticity to the space, while stamped brick concrete walkways connect the east and west sides—replicating the worn footpaths used by townsfolk, tradesmen, and travelers.

All around you, vivid life-size scenes unfold:

• A Snake Oil salesman stands proudly beside his decorative buggy, ready to pitch his latest miracle cure.

• A full-size Wells Fargo replica stagecoach and chuck wagon wait as if prepared to roll out at dawn.

• An 1800s-style water tower and wooden windmill rise tall above the town, timeless symbols of survival and self-reliance.

• You’ll spot a weathered ammo shack, a replica cannon, and wagon wheels propped against fences—all authentic to the frontier era.

Along the street, hitching posts, saddles, watering troughs, and even real tumbleweed (shipped directly from the West) enhance the texture and depth of the environment. Whether you’re sitting on a custom bench or leaning against one of the many vintage trunks, you’ll feel like you’re waiting for the next train into town, surrounded by the bustle of western life.
To complete the experience, we’ve placed realistic-looking mannequins, custom-crafted to resemble 1800’s townspeople, throughout the scene. Dressed in authentic period clothing, these figures bring warmth and movement to the town—from the saloon girls and shopkeepers to cowboys and train passengers, frozen in moments that tell the story of a bygone era.
The Wells Fargo Stagecoach – A Legend of the Old West
In 1852, Wells, Fargo & Co. was founded—and in doing so, forever changed the course of the American West. Born out of California’s explosive growth during the Gold Rush, the company was created to provide fast, reliable “express” banking and transport services across the frontier. Early on, Wells Fargo began transferring gold, mail, and valuables between the coasts—often relying on stagecoaches and lone riders long before the Transcontinental Railroad stretched across the land.
Because these stagecoaches carried such high-value cargo, including gold and payroll, they quickly became prized targets for outlaws and desperadoes. Between 1870 and 1884, an estimated 347 stagecoach robberies were attempted or successfully carried out. In response, Wells Fargo began placing armed guards on board—giving rise to the iconic phrase “riding shotgun.”
Wells Fargo grew rapidly, acquiring competing express companies and even operating portions of the famed Pony Express. In 1872, they struck a deal to run express services along the expanding Transcontinental Railroad. As the iron rails reached farther across the country, reliance on stagecoaches declined. Yet stage lines remained vital in connecting remote communities to the rail hubs well into the early 20th century.
More than just mail carriers, stagecoaches served as the fastest and safest means of long-distance travel across the rugged frontier. They transported passengers, goods, and the promise of civilization into the untamed West.
The stagecoach featured here is a finely crafted, fully functional reproduction of a classic Wells Fargo coach—built in the spirit and style of the originals. Constructed primarily from sturdy oak, it’s outfitted with iron mountings, finished in black enamel, and suspended on traditional leather thorough braces—an ingenious early form of shock absorption.
The coach proudly bears the markings “U.S. MAIL” beneath the driver’s seat and “WELLS, FARGO & COMPANY” along the upper panels of both sides. It comes equipped with two yokes and a rooftop luggage rack complete with period-style baggage—offering a striking and authentic visual straight out of the 1800s.
Though Wells Fargo’s reign over the stagecoach era was brief—lasting just a few years from 1866 until the completion of the Transcontinental Railroad in 1869—their legacy endures. The final spike was driven at Promontory Summit, Utah Territory, on May 10, 1869, signaling the end of an era… but the beginning of a legend.