Memory and Meaning in Thread and Image June 5–13, 2025 | Buffalo Bill Center of the West Daily, 9 am - 5 pm The Buffalo Bill Center of the West and the Whitney Western Art Museum welcome Montana-based artist Jane Waggoner Deschner as a summer artist-in-residence. Known for her evocative work with found photographs and […]
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 *SOLD OUT* 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 […]
Painted Migrations 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 will create a new […]
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 […]
Ride into Trivia at Cody Craft Brewing Join Buffalo Bill Center of the West Exclusive Tours at Cody Craft Brewing on Tuesday, June 24 at 6 p.m. for a rootin’-tootin’ Trivia Takeover packed with cold brews, quick wits, and Wild West fun! Test your general and Western-themed knowledge across five rounds (plus bonus and tiebreaker […]
Exploring the Art of Sculpture and Horses Tuesday, July 16 | 4:30 p.m. | Coe Auditorium Whitney Western Art Museum, with Deborah Butterfield horse sculpture "Portal" in the foreground. Buffalo Bill Center of the West Join us for an engaging and inspiring presentation by renowned Montana sculptor Deborah Butterfield. This special event offers a rare […]
Mural in Motion: John Hitchcock and Emily Arthur at the Plains Indian Museum July 20–25, 2025 | Plains Indian Museum This July, the Plains Indian Museum welcomes acclaimed artists John Hitchcock (Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma and Comanche) and Emily Arthur (American) for a live mural installation titled Buffalo, Deer, Bird. Inspired by themes from our […]
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 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, and make […]
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 […]
