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The Wort Hotel
Jackson, Wyoming
The Wort Hotel
50 North Glenwood, Jackson, Wyoming 83001 Original Property Opened in 1941 Historic Hotels of America member since 2002- The 2025 Top 25 Historic Hotels of America® Most Haunted Hotels List Is Announced
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- The 2023 Top 25 Historic Hotels of America Most Haunted Hotels List Is Announced
- The 2023 Top 25 Historic Hotels of America® Most Magnificent Art Collections List Is Announced
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- 2022 Top 25 Historic Hotels of America Most Magnificent Art Collections
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The inspiration for The Wort Hotel began with Charles Wort, a homesteader who dreamed of opening a luxury hotel in Jackson Hole. In 1917, he bought four lots in downtown Jackson, but it was not until 1941, that his two sons, John and Jess Wort, began construction of the hotel. With its Tudor Revival architecture and rustic interiors, The Wort Hotel was an immediate success. It served as a gathering place for locals and was a sought-after destination for visitors. The hotel’s famous Silver Dollar Bar, with its 2,032 inlaid 1921 Morgan Silver Dollars, was added in 1950. The Hotel’s luxurious Western-themed guestrooms are uniquely decorated and tastefully accented with custom-made furniture and original Western art.
Discover
- Discover the amazing history of The Wort Hotel. The concept of this stunning historic hotel was originally founded in 1917 when Charles Wort purchased four lots in downtown Jackson, Wyoming. These plots of land eventually became the site of The Wort Hotel, which his sons, John and Jess, built in 1941. Admire the beautiful red rock sandstone of the hotel’s exterior. The Wort brothers mined the sandstone themselves from the nearby Gros Ventre quarry. John and Jess Wort were said to have worked harder than anyone on the construction of The Wort Hotel.
- See the original blackjack table on display today as part of the effort to collect and present the hotel’s colorful past. Gambling was was tolerated throughout the 1940s and early 1950s, and helped the Wort brothers pay off the hotel in two short years. When pressure mounted to eliminate gambling, the hotel casino moved from the upstairs Silver Dollar Bar down to the basement, to a room called “The Snakepit,” where one would have to know the password to enter.
- Marvel at the contemporary and traditional Western American Art on display at The Wort Hotel. Valued at over $1.2 million, each piece of art was carefully chosen by the late Wort owner Bill Baxter and represents his passion and style for art. Among the art that guests can view are key pieces by Gerry Metz, John Clymer and Joe Velazquez that convey historical depictions of the Western frontier and Native American tribes.
Explore
- Explore the Grand Teton National Park, just minutes away from downtown Jackson, where visitors can explore over 200 miles of trails, float the Snake River, or just enjoy the serenity of this beautiful place.
- Visit the National Elk Refuge, created in 1912. It provides, preserves, restores, and manages winter habitat for the nationally significant Jackson elk herd, as well as habitat for endangered species, birds, fish, and other mammals. Recreational activities include wildlife viewing, photography, fishing, environmental education, and more.
- Wander the hotel’s public spaces to see over 200 pieces of original or limited-edition oils, bronzes, furnishings, sculptures, and historical photos all on display. Art collection highlights include original pieces by Lyle Waggoner (best known for his regular appearance on The Carol Burnett Show), the largest original Ray McCarty collection in the world, and art pieces by John Clymer, renowned for his historic and artistic contribution in documenting the American Frontier.
Experience
- Experience Town Square. This park is notable for its elk-antler arches at each corner of the park. In 1953, the local Rotary Club built an arch of elk antlers at the southwest corner of the location. Arches were erected at the remaining corners in 1966, 1967, and 1969. The Boy Scouts collect the antlers from the nearby National Elk Refuge and periodically rebuild.
- Tour the Jackson Hole Playhouse, a rustic performing arts theater committed to providing professional Western comedy, dinner theatre experiences, and a live shoot out. It is currently Jackson’s most historic building, which was originally opened as a livery stable. the building was then converted into a Yellowstone stage coach, a Model T Ford dealership, a bowling alley, and mercantile and local post office, with original P.O. boxes still on the premises.
- Stroll through the Jackson Hole Historical Society and Museum right up the road. Filled with an amazing variety of local artifacts, this stunning cultural instituion is a fantastic place to start experiencing the rich history of the region.
Taste
- Take a step back in time at The Wort Hotel’s famous Silver Dollar Bar & Grill. In 1950, a German cabinetmaker used 2,032 uncirculated 1921 Morgan Silver Dollars from the Denver mint and embedded them into the surface of the serpentine bar. It is also known for its largest collection of Ray McCarty pieces in the world, which was inspired by his outlaw heritage and connection with Butch Cassidy’s gang.
- Enjoy traditional Steakhouse fare, with choice cuts of meats, seafood as well as an extensive cocktail and wine list at The Million Dollar Cowboy Steakhouse. The restaurant celebrates the lore and history of the Million Dollar Cowboy Bar — the walls tell the story of the legendary bar in an intimate setting.
- Dine at the Blue Lion Restaurant, located in a charming, historic house. This restaurant pleases discerning diners with inventive American fare including lamb, fish, and wild-game specialties.
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