Explore the world of Wild West fashion! Find modern examples of classic Western style in the Western Wares exhibition. Discover all the bling and embellishments used on cowboy hats, trousers, blouses and even dentures! Compare and contrast how much fashion has changed since the early days of the cowboy. Design your own paper vest, bolo …
On the second Sunday of the month, explore your creative side in a fun and informal drawing session. Borrow drawing materials from the Visitor Services desk in the Museum Lobby (while supplies last) or bring your own! Gather with other art lovers to enjoy an afternoon of drawing. Can’t make it to Drop-In Drawing? Drop …
It is Spring Break! Drop by the Museum and participate in family-friendly activities and create a different make-and-take craft each day. No reservations required. Activities are available while supplies last. Free for Museum members or with Museum admission. From wagon trains to family road trips, movement is central to Western history. Design and build your …
It is Spring Break! Drop by the Museum and participate in family-friendly activities and create a different make-and-take craft each day. No reservations required. Activities are available while supplies last. Free for Museum members or with Museum admission.
Inspired by the mini-weavings found in Western Wares, create a pint-sized textile piece of art.
Surprise someone with an old-fashioned illustrated letter. You write the letter; we’ll provide a stamp!
Journals are a wonderful way to capture the things that are important to us — it can be drawings of our favorite pet or a list for Santa! Decorate and personalize a journal to record your thoughts and plans.
Experience the old west in a new way! Watch history come alive as re-enactor Esther Bates shares the hopeful and sometimes harrowing story of the Exodusters and the Black migration from the south to points West in Kansas, Oklahoma and Colorado following the Civil War. Send a text 1800s-style with Les Calger and his collection …
It’s time for a road trip! Open your maps and explore the different railroads, trails and roads of the wild West. Discover the history of the Santa Fe Trail. Create your passport and go on a trip along the famous Route 66 and be sure to collect as many stamps as possible! Take special note …
