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WEATHER UPDATE: The Museum will close at 4pm Friday, January 23 and remain closed Saturday. Reschedule pre-purchased tickets here.

The Cowboy: An Immersive Journey

NOW OPEN!

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Ticket Options & Pricing

There are three ways to experience the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum. Choose the option that’s right for you:

General Admission
Access to all Museum galleries.
Adults | $25
Seniors and Military | $20
Students/Children 6-17 | $15
Children 5 and under | Free

General Admission + The Cowboy: An Immersive Journey
Includes full Museum access plus entry to The Cowboy: An Immersive Journey.
Adults | $45
Adults VIP | $75
Students/Children 6-17 | $30
Students/Children 6-17 VIP | $60
Children 5 and under |
 Free
Children 5 and under VIP | $30

VIP: General Admission + The Cowboy: An Immersive Journey
Includes everything above plus VIP benefits such as priority admission and exclusive memorabilia..
Adults VIP | $75
Students/Children 6-17 VIP | $60
Children 5 and under VIP | $30

*Showings begin promptly on the hour. Please plan to arrive on time or five minutes early.

Become a Member and Save
Museum Members receive free General Admission year-round and discounted Immersive tickets.
Ask our Guest Services team or visit our Membership page to learn how you can save today.

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Pre-purchased Tickets

Weather Closings

If weather conditions require the Museum to close, guests who have pre-purchased general admission or Immersive tickets will be emailed directly with options to reschedule their visit or receive a refund.

If the Museum remains open but you prefer not to travel due to the weather, we’re happy to work with you to adjust your plans. Simply contact our Guest Services team, and we’ll take care of you. You can email info@thecowboy.org.

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Step Inside the American West – Starting January 2, 2026

The Cowboy: An Immersive Journey

A bold new 360-degree experience that surrounds you with the landscapes, stories and spirit of the American West. Larger-than-life projections, sweeping soundscapes and historic imagery bring the story of the cowboy to life in a way you’ve never seen.

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Plan Your Visit

Hours & Directions

When We're Open

Hours

Monday – Wednesday
10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Thursday – Saturday
10:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Sunday
Noon – 5:00 p.m.

Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Year’s Day

Directions

Location

National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum
1700 NE 63rd St
Oklahoma City, OK 73111

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Now Available

First Americans Museum + National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum Joint Ticket

In-Person Purchase Only

For $35 per ticket, visitors can experience two nationally recognized museums located just 15 minutes apart. Experience art, living cultures and unique perspectives while learning about the 39 Tribal Nations in Oklahoma today and Western history. Visit museum ticket desks at either institution to purchase.

Collections

Best of the West

The Museum collects, preserves and exhibits an internationally renowned collection of Western art and artifacts.

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Exhibitions

On View & Upcoming

The National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum hosts several temporary and traveling exhibitions throughout the year. The Museum’s exhibitions strive to preserve and interpret the evolving history and cultures of the American West.

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Special Rates Available

Local Hotels

Two Oklahoma City hotels are offering special rates to people visiting the Cowboy

The Lively

5101 North Pennsylvania Avenue, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, 73112

The Ellison

6201 N Western Ave, Oklahoma City, OK 73118

Helpful Tips Before You Arrive

Discounts

Allied Arts OKC City Card
American Alliance of Museums
American Automobile Club (AAA)
Blue Star Museums (Active Duty)
Chickasaw Foundation
FAA
Military (Active Duty and Retired)
Museums West/NARM
Pioneer Library System Check Out Box
Seniors 62 years +
Staff of any Museum
Oklahoma Teachers
Foster Families

Museum Grill

The Museum Grill is open.  Monday – Saturday, 11:00 – 2:00.

Credit Cards Only

Coat Check

A complimentary coat check is available at the Guest Services Desk. For safety reasons, all umbrellas, parcels, purses and bags larger than 15 x 9 x 10 inches — including those used to carry cameras and diapers — must be checked at the Visitor Services Desk at the Museum entrance. Contents may be inspected for security reasons.

Accessibility

All Museum areas are wheelchair and handicap accessible. Wheelchairs and strollers are available at no charge on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Our organization has worked with The International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES), a global leader in online training and certification programs, to be designated as a Certified Autism Center (CAC). Our staff has completed training and certification in best practices when assisting autistic individuals. By undergoing additional autism-specific training, the goal is for our team to be better equipped to provide better service and experiences to all.

Photography

Photography of the Museum interior and exterior is allowed in designated areas only and is subject to the Musuem’s photography policies and image rights terms of use. Photography is permitted for private, non-commercial use only. No monopods, bipods, tripods or selfie sticks; please look for signs in the galleries. Drones are not permitted.

Sketching

The Museum invites you to sketch within the galleries and grounds. Pencil, crayon, pastel, charcoal and digital drawing surfaces are permitted. Select sketching materials are available on a first come, first serve basis from Visitor Services Desk in the Museum Lobby.

Ball point, acrylic, oils, watercolor, fountain pen, felt tip and ink are not permitted.

Shopping & Dining

Persimmon Hill
Shopping

Persimmon Hill

Explore gifts and souvenirs inspired by our latest exhibitions, as well as jewelry, apparel, home decor, books, prints and so much more. Free gift wrapping.

The Museum Grill
Dining

The Museum Grill

Overlooking beautifully landscaped sculpture gardens and water features, The Museum Grill offers a distinctively artful ambiance, superb cuisine and Western hospitality.

Tours

Group & Student Tours

We offer guided adult tours when requested, with at least two weeks notice. Guides cannot be guaranteed due to their volunteer status, however every effort will be made to provide a guide if requested.

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