Ann King was a Cheyenne Frontier Days and CFD Old West Museum volunteer
for over 51 years. She first became involved in 1962, when she became a member
of the Cheyenne Frontier Days W-Heels. In 1970, Ann became one of the two 'Mounted Marshalls in the Horse-Drawn Vehicle Section of the parades, holding that
position until 1982. She also served as president of the W-Heels from 1972-1978.
During her tenure as president·, she restructun;d the organization, and the changes she implemented are still in place today. Ann was involved in the creation of the
Museum to preserve CFD History. In 1977, the City of Cheyenne gave CFD the building which served as the first Civic Center, and it was to be the Museum.

The W-Heels were responsible for preparing the carriages and costumes used in the parades for display there. Ann led the group and took on the responsibility for organizing the members who worked voluntarily for over three months so the Museum could open on July 9, 1978.

In 1984, Ann helped organize the Carriage Coordinating Committee, which manages the extensive carriage collection and plans for their preservation
And upkeep. She donated $10,000 as "seed money" for an account that is used
for the professional restoration of this collection. Ann also helped provide for the maintenance and storage of the antique bicycles and stored the School House
float at the King Ranch. Today, the Eisele family, who owns King Ranch, continues to house the float free of charge for CFD in Ann's honor.

Ann remained active in CFD until her death in 2011, helping to maintain and distribute the W-Heels costumes to those riding in the parades. She volunteered at the CFD Old West Museum, where she researched the history of individual carriages and identified people in the Museum's historic photos. She volunteered for all the parades during Cheyenne Frontier Days. This event continues to build on the efforts of such outstanding volunteers such as Ann King.