Code of the West Discovery Table: Luis Ortega
September 29 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
September 29 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Each month, the Museum highlights a different Code of the West at the Discovery Table.
Learn the stories of individuals who have embraced the West and “Live the Code” and participate in a self-directed activity.
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at The Cowboy! Master rawhide and horsehair braider Luis Ortega descended from the original Spanish settlers of Santa Barbara, California and lived the code “Always Finish What You Start”. He learned the basics of rawhide and leather work at an early age. At age 14, he left home, began cowboying and later served in the military. It wasn’t until after World War I that he began to braid leather again, making reatas, ropes, bridles and more. Through commitment and dedication, Ortega elevated a cowboy craft to fine art. View Luis Ortega’s works and create your own braid to take home.
Free for members or with Museum admission. Available while supplies last.
