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McCracken Research Archives, Collections, and Resources
Research, Archives, Collections, and Resources
The Gold Standard of American West Research & Resources
Explore thousands of museum objects and images, and deepen your knowledge of the American West. We have one of the most extensive collections of Plains Indian objects, photos of famous figures of the West, and more. Led by the McCracken Library at the Center of the West, we’re dedicated to preserving and publishing the very best of American West history for public use.
Image Rights & Reproductions
Journey through sweeping western landscapes, roaming wildlife, cowboy life, and the spectacle of Buffalo Bill’s Wild West. The Buffalo Bill Center of the West’s extraordinary collection of photographs, posters, and artwork captures both the authentic and the imagined American West. Explore thousands of digital images—expanding every day—and find the West that inspires you. Perfect for research, education, media projects, or personal enjoyment, each image tells a story of adventure, beauty, and heritage. The Center’s Image Rights and Reproductions Department provides high-quality images upon written request. Submit your form below to access and share these visual treasures responsibly.