Treasures from Our West
Here in “Treasures from Our West,” written by our curatorial staff for our “Points West” magazine, we share some of the extraordinary objects that make the Buffalo Bill Center of the West the premier destination—online or in person—to experience the American West. Works of western art, cultural and artistic objects from the Plains Indians, natural science specimens, amazing firearms, beautiful photographs, and artifacts exploring the history and myth of the Wild West—let us show you some of these “Treasures from Our West. “
Treasures from Our West: Model 1875 Gatling gun
Originally featured in Points West magazine in Winter 2011 Model 1875 Gatling gun Most of us recognize this firearm—from dozens of western…
Treasures from Our West: Photograph of boat on Big Horn River
Originally featured in Winter 2011 in Points West magazine Photograph, Spirit of the Pitchfork on the Big Horn River Photographer Charles J….
Treasures from Our West: Postcard of Arrow Top
Originally featured in Points West magazine in Summer 2011 Postcard, Arrow Top in Glacier National Park In addition to the extraordinary objects…
Treasures from Our West: Conestoga wagon model
Originally featured in Points West magazine in Spring 2011 Model of a Conestoga wagon This Conestoga wagon was made by the donor…
Treasures from Our West: American bison
Originally featured in Points West magazine in Spring 2012 American bison There is no more fitting icon to represent the Spirit of…
Treasures from Our West: Zane Grey rifle
Originally featured in Points West magazine in Summer 2011 Winchester Sporting Rifle made for Zane Grey One of the most lavishly embellished…