RESEARCH

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.

Online Collections

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

Digital COLLECTIONS

Photos tell the real story of the West. Browse images of historical figures, Plains Indian culture, and more.

PAPERS OF WILLIAM F. CODY

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

FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM

Research stipends that promote new scholarship and expand our view of the American West.

ARCHIVAL COLLECTIONS

An expansive database of manuscripts, photographs, and other items that preserve American West history.

The REMINGTON CATALOGUE

The premier online collection of over 3,000 unique artworks by Frederic Remington.

PROCTOR CATALOGUE

An extensive database of Alexander Phimister Proctor’s bronzes and other various works.

BOOK COLLECTION

Browse our research library’s book collection through the Wyoming Libraries Database, WYLDCat.

RIGHTS & REPRODUCTIONS

Use our photographs, posters, and artwork for educational, journalistic, or personal 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 and make use of McCracken staff members to understand the complexities of Wild West history.