The Inspiring West By Maeve Eichelberger Wednesday, May 14, 2025 11:45 a.m.–1 p.m. Kuyper Dining Pavilion Join us for a delicious meal and presentation by contemporary artist Maeve Eichelberger in our Spring Buffalo Gals Luncheon. Seating is limited and reservations are required. Cost is just $25 for Buffalo Bill Center of the West members and […]
A Lunchtime Look at Lost Landmarks In celebration of National Preservation Month, join the Park County Historic Preservation Commission for a fascinating lunchtime talk exploring Cody’s lost landmarks. Discover the stories behind historic buildings that have disappeared over time, learn about the significance of the National Register of Historic Places, and hear how the Commission […]
"Wiggly West" Tours for the Little Ones! Select Fridays in 2025 10–11 a.m. Geared to children ages 0–5 and their caregivers. Enjoy some quality time with your little ones in a stimulating environment away from home! Each program includes a themed tour through one museum followed by a related hands-on activity to do together in […]
Exploring Pronghorn Migration and Barriers June 18, 2025 | 4–7 p.m. Coe Auditorium | Free and open to the public Join the Draper Natural History Museum for an evening of film and conversation focused on wildlife migration and the obstacles animals face in an increasingly human-altered landscape. We’ll screen two short documentaries — Unwired (~10 […]
Members & VIP Exhibition Opening POP! Goes the West Friday, May 23, 2025 6–7:30 p.m. Buffalo Bill Center of the West Members and VIPs enjoy the first look at POP! Goes the West before it opens to the general public. Enjoy appetizers and a cash bar while viewing this new exhibition. Colorful western attire encouraged! […]
Planting for Pollinators Location: Coe Auditorium Discover how pollinator habitat restoration, planting for pollinators, and native bee conservation can support both healthy ecosystems and food systems. In this Lunchtime Expedition, Dr. Laura Burkle, professor of Ecology at Montana State University, will explore the critical relationships between flowering plants and their pollinators—especially native bees. Drawing […]
The American West in the Age of Limits Discover the thought-provoking insights of A Watershed Moment: The American West in the Age of Limits at a special evening of discussion with editors Robert Frodeman and Evelyn Brister, joined by local contributor Emily Reed of Cody, Wyoming. This compelling collection of essays explores the tension between […]
Saturday & Sunday, June 6 & 7, 2025 8 a.m.–6 p.m. The Buffalo Bill Center of the West thanks our Business members for their support with a special weekend just for them! Business member employees and their families enjoy free admission to the Buffalo Bill Center of the West for the weekend of June 6 […]
Coffee, Conversation, & Firearms: A Behind-the-Scenes Look with Curator Danny Michael June 7, 10–11:30 a.m. Free for members! Join us for Coffee & Curators, a members-only event offering fresh coffee, light refreshments, and exclusive insights from the minds behind our collections. In June, we're thrilled to welcome Danny Michael, the Robert W. Woodruff Curator […]
Saturday & Sunday, June 6 & 7, 2025 8 a.m.–6 p.m. The Buffalo Bill Center of the West thanks our Business members for their support with a special weekend just for them! Business member employees and their families enjoy free admission to the Buffalo Bill Center of the West for the weekend of June 6 […]
A Whitney Western Art Museum work that appeared in the "Knowing the West" exhibition. Winold Reiss, "Man and Woman, Sign Talking," ca. 1929, gouache and pastel. 9.71 Knowing the West A Presentation by Mindy N. Besaw, PhD June 12, 2025 6–7:30 p.m. Join us the evening of June 12 for a special presentation in our […]
Experience Native-inspired cuisine, culture, and storytelling at the Buffalo Nation Dinner on June 14, 2025, supporting two new exhibitions at the Buffalo Bill Center of the West. Register early and join us for an unforgettable evening!
Step Into History at Buffalo Bill’s TE Ranch Join us for a rare, guided tour of Buffalo Bill Cody’s historic TE Ranch, nestled in the scenic South Fork Valley. Established in 1895, the TE served as Buffalo Bill’s personal retreat and a working cattle operation—roles it still fulfills today. Guests will explore the original ranch […]
About the Artist: Linda Foy The Draper Natural History Museum proudly welcomes Linda Foy as its artist-in-residence from June 16 -20, 2025. Renowned for her vivid interpretations of migratory wildlife, Foy will engage visitors with a display of completed works and a live painting project during her residency. During her time at the Draper, Foy […]
Coffee & Curators: Draper Natural History Museum August 2, 10–11:30 a.m. Free for members! Coffee & Curators invites members to enjoy coffee, refreshments, and the company of other members as one of the Center of the West's curators speaks on a topic related to their content area - special projects, recent acquisitions, significant objects, and […]
Join The Boneman at the Draper Natural History Museum, August 4–15, to see a bison skeleton articulated bone-by-bone in this live, hands-on workshop.
"Wiggly West" Tours for the Little Ones! Select Fridays in 2025 10–11 a.m. Geared to children ages 0–5 and their caregivers. Enjoy some quality time with your little ones in a stimulating environment away from home! Each program includes a themed tour through one museum followed by a related hands-on activity to do together in […]
VIP Tours & Toddies With the McCracken Research Library ------------------------------------ Would you like to leave your (metaphorical) mark on the Buffalo Bill Center of the West's collections? Yes, we discourage drawing on the walls, but what about leaving your very own story for future generations to learn from? On September 13, join Exclusive Tours for […]
Patrons Ball Fundraising Gala September 20, 2025 6–11:30 p.m. This elegant, black-tie gala, Patrons Ball, is one of the signature social events of the year in Wyoming, and a major fundraiser for the Buffalo Bill Center of the West. Patrons from near and far gather to renew friendships, network with leaders of industry and government, […]
Coffee & Curators: Whitney Western Art Museum October 4, 10–11:30 a.m. Free for members! Coffee & Curators invites members to enjoy coffee, refreshments, and the company of other members as one of the Center of the West's curators speaks on a topic related to their content area - special projects, recent acquisitions, significant objects, and […]
Coffee & Curators: Plains Indian Museum November 1, 10–11:30 a.m. Free for members! Coffee & Curators invites members to enjoy coffee, refreshments, and the company of other members as one of the Center of the West's curators speaks on a topic related to their content area - special projects, recent acquisitions, significant objects, and future […]
"Wiggly West" Tours for the Little Ones! Select Fridays in 2025 10–11 a.m. Geared to children ages 0–5 and their caregivers. Enjoy some quality time with your little ones in a stimulating environment away from home! Each program includes a themed tour through one museum followed by a related hands-on activity to do together in […]
November 22–23, 2025 10 a.m.–5 p.m. All members of the Buffalo Bill Center of the West receive a special 20 percent discount in our in our Points West Market at the Center. Our November Double-Discount Shopping Days take place November 22 and 23. Why not get started on your Christmas shopping! With a wonderful selection […]
November 22–23, 2025 10 a.m.–5 p.m. All members of the Buffalo Bill Center of the West receive a special 20 percent discount in our in our Points West Market at the Center. Our November Double-Discount Shopping Days take place November 22 and 23. Why not get started on your Christmas shopping! With a wonderful selection […]
