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Research Archives, Collections, and Resources

The pinnacle 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.

The McCracken Research Library

The McCracken Research Library offers an extensive collection of rare books, historic photographs, and original manuscripts relating to the West. Explore our collections to understand the complexities of Wild West history.

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Black & white image of long winding trail of cattle with one cowboy on horseback. Charles J. Belden's "A long long trail a-winding." MS 3 Charles Belden Collection. PN.67.1

Have you seen an object or photograph here at the Center, or in our online collections that you love? You may be able to buy a reproduction print! Visit our Rights & Reproductions page to find out how, or e-mail Mack Frost at [email protected].

Cheyenne moccasins, ca. 1890. Gift of Robert F. Garland. NA.202.5

Online Museum Collections

Explore thousands of objects from our museum collections. Save your favorites and share with friends!

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William F. “Buffalo Bill” Cody, ca. 1912. P.69.171

Archival Digital Collections

Photos tell the real story of the West. Browse images of historical figures, Plains Indian culture, and more.
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MS 92, Dean Hays Family Papers.

Archival Collections Catalog

An expansive database of manuscripts, photographs, and other items that preserve American West history.
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Fig. 7: Very little surrounded Buffalo Bill—the Scout after its dedication in 1924. MS 228 Buffalo Bill Museum Photos, McCracken Research Library. PN.228.167

Fellowship Program

Research stipends that promote new scholarship and expand our view of the American West.
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William F. Cody in front of his Wild West show tent, ca. 1900. MS47 David R. Phillips Collection. PN.47.17

Papers of William F. Cody

An expansive collection of photos, documents, and records that examine both sides of Buffalo Bill.

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MRL-WYLDCat

Library Catalog

Browse our research library’s book collection through the Wyoming Libraries Database, WYLDCat.
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In 1903 Remington signed an exclusive contract with "Collier's" magazine to produce works in color on various historic themes related to the American frontier. As part of that work, he initiated a series of eleven paintings for the magazine in 1905 which was titled "The Great Explorers." "Radisson and Groseilliers," pictured here, is the only painting which remains from the original set. It was a pivotal piece for the "In Search of Frederic Remington" exhibition. Gift of Mrs. Karl Frank. 14.86

Remington Catalogue

The premier online collection of more than 3,000+ unique artworks by Frederic Remington.
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Alexander Phimister Proctor with small panther

Proctor Catalogue

This online catalogue explores eleven of Alexander Phimister Proctor’s iconic sculptures.

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Joseph Henry Sharp's "Squaws Preparing Sweat Teepee; [Preparing for the Medicine Sweat]," ca 1922. 5.74

Sharp Catalogue

A new online catalogue of artist Joseph Henry Sharp’s works held in institutional collections.
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Bookshelves with a moving ladder.

Bibliographies

Explore select bibliographies on topics curated by McCracken Research Library staff.

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