The Buffalo Bill Center of the West—a complex of five museums and a research library dedicated to sharing the rugged ways of the American West—celebrates its year-long Centennial. From the establishment of the Buffalo Bill Memorial Association in 1917 to present day, the Center has undergone some spectacular changes in the span of 100 years. As a continuation of our Centennial festivities, the Center is excited to share our new products that capture our commitment to telling the story of the West.
Book
For this, our Centennial year, the Center of the West has a new book! Learn all about the Center as a whole, each of our five museums, and our research library through curator essays and truly beautiful photography. Visit our Store to purchase your copy of Buffalo Bill Center of the West: Celebrating the Spirit of the American West.
Commemorative Coin
This coin celebrates the Center, with a graphic of the sculpture that honors the town of Cody’s namesake, William F. “Buffalo Bill” Cody—The Scout on one side, and our five museums and libraries on the other. Purchase the coin itself, or add on a black carrying bag or acrylic case.
Additionally, don’t forget about our new Centennial-themed magazine, published by our friends at the Cody Enterprise. To explore the full publication, click here. This special magazine highlights everything from Buffalo Bill’s boyhood home to the Center’s history, its galleries, and comprehensive collections. Additionally, enjoy a preview of the life and times of Buffalo Bill, as well as a sneak peek of a few of our cherished artifacts.
After 100 years of showcasing the spirit of the American West, the Center is saddling up for 100 more. To kick off your summer Centennial celebration, we invite you to explore our new products, and purchase a keepsake of your own!
