This is YOUR West!
Center of the West admission includes five amazing museums, all under one roof! Explore the Center on your journey through Yellowstone and the West!
Museums
Five massive museums under one roof. Explore stories and objects of the Wild West. Explore >>
Experiences
Get hands-on with authentic dining, entertainment, and outdoor fun with a western twist. Explore >>
Plan Your Visit
All the tools you need for a Yellowstone vacation that’s enriching and exciting for all ages. Explore >>
Current Special Exhibitions
A must-see on your adventure to or from Yellowstone National Park
- Five massive museums on Native American culture, famous cowboys + cowgirls, timeless western art, and more
- Hands-on experiences like chuckwagon dinners, live birds of prey, and behind-the-scenes tours
- We're a Smithsonian Affiliate, located just 50 miles from the East Gate of Yellowstone National Park, along one of America's most scenic roads
- Your ticket is good for two days of exploring all five museums!
- We have an EV charging station with room for 2 vehicles at a time, so you can head out on your incredible Yellowstone adventure after your visit
Hours
May 1 – Sept. 15 | 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. |
Sept. 16 - Oct. 31 | 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
Nov. 1 - Nov.30 | 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
Dec. 1 - Feb. 28 | Thu. - Sun., 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
Mar. 1 - Apr. 30 | 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
Closed NYD, Thanksgiving, Christmas |
Rates
Adults | $23 |
Seniors | $22 |
Students with valid ID | $21 |
Kids 6-17 | $16 |
Kids <5 | Free |
Buffalo Bill Center of the West Members | Free |
Active US Military | Free |
Stories of the West
Wintering with Bees
Amy Phillips
January 13, 2025
Stewardship in Action
Amy Phillips
December 22, 2024
Woodpeckers of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem
Bliss Bonner
December 9, 2024
Long-eared Owls: Appearance, Habitat, and Behavior
Anne Hay
November 25, 2024