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Panoramic mountain view. MS 6 William F. Cody Collection, McCracken Research Library. P.6.1765.004

The Center’s Mission and Strategic Plan

Our Mission Statement

Connecting People to the American West.

Our Vision Statement

A world made better through deep connections to the American West, inspiring a growing cycle of understanding and impact.

Core Values

At the Buffalo Bill Center of the West, we value…

  • Collaboration
  • Innovation
  • Inclusion
  • Experiential Engagement
  • Stewardship
  • Credibility

Goals: Four Strategic Priorities

SUSTAINABILITY Goal: Combine the power of people and assets to build and maintain financial and operational soundness for sustainable growth.

AUDIENCE Goal: Attract new audiences to the Center.

COMMUNITY Goal: Build trust and welcome diverse perspectives from the communities we serve.

KNOWLEDGE Goal: Expand recognition as a trusted source of groundbreaking knowledge and a convener of diverse peoples and ideas.


Our Strategic Plan

Our Strategic Plan was created by the Center Board, Advisory Boards, and Staff.

View the Strategic Plan

 

Thom Ross's 'Buffalo Bill Performing,' 2.07.2
Thom Ross (b. 1953). ‘”Buffalo Bill Cody Performing,” 2006. Acrylic on canvas. Buffalo Bill Center of the West, Cody, Wyoming. Museum purchase. 2.07.2z