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The old Shell Bar — reimagined as a NEW local gathering space.

Honoring Shell, Wyoming's rich history and vibrant community spirit, we’re excited to welcome you to the new Shell Bar.

Set against the backdrop of the stunning Big Horn Mountains, Shell, with its world-class dinosaur history and nearby natural wonders, offers visitors a unique slice of Americana.

This newly built establishment is based on the 1940s style gas station design of its original structure. It incorporates a restored log cabin that previously served as the Shell Post Office—a charming blend of the past and present.

Equipped with an 18’ shuffleboard table, pool table, and skill machines, Shell Bar promises to be a gathering place where everyone is, and feels, welcome.

BEFORE

Vintage image of a small cafe and bar named T'n'B Villa, with signs for Coors beer and Budweiser, surrounded by trees.

Vintage black and white photo of a gas station with cars parked, labeled 'GAS and OIL,' surrounded by trees and buildings.

DURING

Architectural drawings showing the west (front) and south elevations of a building labeled "Shell Bar" in Shell, Wyoming. Both elevations depict a brick structure with a central chimney, large windows, and a combination of brick and stone foundations. The design includes a gabled roof and a veranda on the south elevation. "Point Architects" is noted as the architectural firm.

3D rendering of a brick building with dark gray roof and chimney, surrounded by grass, sidewalk, and street. A large tree and a sign are on the lawn.

Construction site with workers building a brick facade on a house. Scaffolding in front and roofing materials visible.

Interior of a room under construction with exposed wooden beams, a brick fireplace, tools on sawhorses, and a partially completed bar area.

Group of four construction workers smiling outdoors, wearing casual clothing and tool belts, standing in front of a building with a saw in the foreground.

AFTER

Small brick building with steep roof and chimney, under clear blue sky

Group of five people sitting at a wooden booth table inside a rustic restaurant with a wood-paneled wall and antler chandelier, holding drinks and smiling.

A bride and groom kissing at sunset in a mountainous landscape, featured on the cover of "Wed in the West," a 2025 bridal guide for Northwest Wyoming by Powell Tribune.

Featured Press:

Shell Bar has been featured in Powell Tribune’s 2025 Wedding Guide: Wed in The West. Discover how Gene and Patty Flynn Elliot transformed a historic building into a thriving gathering place for locals and travelers alike.

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Here to serve the community!

Patty Flynn Elliot and Gene Elliot are committed to serving the Shell Valley residents and honoring the history and character of Shell, Wyoming. Their hope is for the new Shell Bar to serve the people of the Shell Valley and surrounding communities as a hub for gathering and good times for years to come.

Patty and Gene look forward to creating a warm and inviting year round gathering spot where everyone is, and feels, welcome.

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Photo by Jerry Ewen