George Custer is most famous for the battle he did not survive: The Battle of the Little Bighorn. Popularly known as “Custer’s Last Stand,” it took place in Montana Territory […]
Buffalo Bill Museum
Our Buffalo Bill Museum is our flagship and has rich stories to tell not only about William F. "Buffalo Bill" Cody's own personal history as a western man, scout, actor, showman, and entrepreneur, but also of the times in which he lived, his legacy, and the myth of the West. This blog shares Points West articles about or related to Buffalo Bill.
Museum Minute: Amelia Earhart in Wyoming
The famous aviator first visited Wyoming in 1934. She traveled to Meeteetse for summer break where she stayed on local guide Carl Dunrud’s dude ranch. Earhart fell in love with […]
Pards with Wild Bill and Texas Jack – Points West Online
Originally published in Points West magazineWinter 2003 Pards with Wild Bill and Texas Jack By Thadd TurnerGuest Author Over the years, Buffalo Bill Cody created many long-lasting friendships and relationships […]
“No swearing or drinking in my Company since I got good” – Points West Online
Originally published in Points West magazineWinter 2003 “No swearing or drinking in my Company since I got good”: Buffalo Bill Finds God By Steve FriesenGuest Author William F. “Buffalo Bill” […]
World to Wyoming at the Center of the West
World to Wyoming highlights research work done by University of Wyoming Global Studies students and the adventures of its own senior fellow. The two hour lecture battled three very different […]
Weddings on the Frontier – Points West Online
Originally published in Points West magazineFall 2005 Weddings on the Frontier: Tradition and Innovation By Maryanne Andrus and Donna L. Whitson, PhD My Own Darling Papa: Well dear this is […]
