On the second Sunday of the month, visitors learn the specifics behind a unique artifact from the Museum’s collection, thus opening a window to learning even more about a particular culture, individual or moment in time. Hear from Michael Grauer Curator of Cowboy Collections and Western Art at the National Cowboy Museum and Victoria Book …
Join us for sensory-friendly playtime at The Cowboy. Take a break from gallery adventuring and stop in to learn a Western dance from Aspiring Attitudes dance instructors, hear the waterfall, and create your own soothing waterfall noisemaker! These playdates provide opportunities for families and kids to enjoy the Museum in a new and accessible way. …
Join in a celebration of the rich and varied cultures of North, South and Central America. Enjoy musical performances and dance from local cultural groups representing countries of origin from all over the Americas. Create musical crafts, explore the Museum galleries and discover the vast diversity of the American West. No matter where you are …
In an effort to document his Pawnee warrior’s story, Brummett Echohawk sketched both the brutality of combat and the common humanity of soldiers. Echohawk formed part of a massive Allied force that unleashed devastating destruction on the enemies of freedom, but from Echohawk to Eisenhower, from one soldier’s art to the Monuments Men, they fought …
Join us for the 2023 Heroes & Legends Celebration hosted by National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum on Saturday, September 9, 2023! The PBR Heroes & Legends Celebration honors a recipient of five prestigious awards each year at the PBR World Finals. The Ring of Honor, the Sharon Shoulders Award, the Jim Shoulders Lifetime Achievement Award, …
In partnership with the Cherokee Nation, the National Cowboy Museum presents a Cherokee Cultural Celebration. Students will experience a variety of activities related to 19th century Cherokee culture and lifestyle. Hands-on participation in Cherokee games such as stickball, marbles and chunkey will be presented. Demonstrations in pottery making, basket weaving and finger weaving will show …
Join Michelle Miller as she shares her story and how she came to be known as the “Farm Babe.” Discover the importance of preserving the family farm and the great strides that have been made in agriculture. Learn how advances in technology and sustainability are leading the way to creating a future of global food …
Brummett Echohawk’s World War II drawings capture scenes from the battlefield as well as portraits. Despite no formal artistic training, his talent is immediately recognized when viewing these engaging works of art. Denise Neil, Ph.D. will lead this presentation on the artistic quality of the drawings while placing them within their larger historical context. Bring …
In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, explore Museum galleries and learn about the very first cowboys: vaqueros! Adventure through the Museum to look and find tools that are used by vaqueros. Stop by the Museum’s Heritage Table to create an important vaquero tool of your own — a pair of espuelas (spurs)!
This round Jacaranda twill basket is perfect for keeping all your favorite little things, from pinecones to postcards. Led by BasketWeavers Guild of Oklahoma. Basket has a solid wood base measuring approximately 9.5" at its widest point (5.5" at the opening) and 6.5" tall. All supplies included. $45; $40 for Museum members. Registration is now …
