Originally featured in Points West in Summer 2007 Charles Belden Photograph: Cowboy reading to his horse Ah, the cowboy life. In this black and white glass plate negative by the […]
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: Magnificent Purdey shotgun
Originally featured in Points West in Winter 20007 The Magnificent Purdey shotgun James F. Purdey & Sons, LTD, of London was established in 1814. Purdey rifles and shotguns have long […]
Treasures from Our West: Smith and Wesson Victory Revolver
Originally featured in Points West in Spring 2008 Smith and Wesson Victory Revolver The mention of World War II often brings to mind the weapons of the period. For the […]
Treasures from Our West: Annie Oakley – gold rifle pin
Originally published in Points West magazine in Fall 2011 Annie Oakley’s gold rifle pin This diminutive gold rifle pin, measuring 2.75 inches, belonged to Annie Oakley. It is a replica […]
Treasures from Our West: Duck’s foot pistol
Originally featured in Points West in Summer 2007 Duck’s Foot Pistol Commonly known as a “Duck’s Foot” pistol, this example made by G. Goodwin & Company of London was designed […]
Treasures from Our West: Lukens air rifle
Originally featured in Points West in Winter 2008 Lukens air rifle Air guns, which use compressed air rather than spark to launch a bullet or other projectile, have existed since […]
