Historic Cheyenne building honored with 2026 LeClercq Jones Award
Published on May 22, 2026
The Cheyenne Historic Preservation Board is proud to announce that the Asher Building at 500 W. 15th St., represented by Laurie Hutchinson, has been selected as the recipient of this year’s LeClercq Jones Award for Historic Preservation.
The Asher Building was built in 1905 as a wholesale grocery store. The building still retains much of its original character, including exposed brick, exposed structural members and wood floors that reflect its historic warehouse identity. The building is home to several different businesses including the Cash-Wa grocery, Chronicles Distilling, Arts Cheyenne, and Furever Friends Pet Bathing and Grooming.
To celebrate this honor, the Asher Building will host an open house on Saturday, June 6, from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m., inviting the public to explore the building and learn about its rich architectural legacy. Attendees will have the opportunity to tour the building, learn about its history and restoration process, and meet the team behind the project.
The LeClercq Jones Award is presented annually to projects that demonstrate excellence in historic preservation, adaptive reuse, and community impact. The recognition highlights the building’s careful rehabilitation, which has retained its original charm while ensuring its relevance for future generations. LeClercq Jones was president of Frontier Printing for 35 years and is most recognized for his tireless efforts in documenting Cheyenne in pictures, newspaper clippings, historic research, and oral histories.
This award reflects the dedication and vision of everyone involved in bringing this historic property back to life. Preserving our built history is essential to maintaining Cheyenne’s identity, and this project stands as a model for how that can be done thoughtfully and successfully.
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Open House Details
What: Open House Celebration
When: Saturday, June 6, 12 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Where: 500 W. 15th Street, Cheyenne
The event is free and open to the public. Community members, preservation enthusiasts, and local stakeholders are encouraged to attend and celebrate this milestone.
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For more information about the Cheyenne Historic Preservation Board, visit http://www.cheyennecity.org/chpb.