Hall of Great Western Performers
Inducted in 2026
Ed Harris
Inducted in 2026
1950-
Honoring the stories & the people of
The American West
The Western Heritage Awards recognize the best creators in literature, music, television and film who share their vision of the West, and enshrine the pioneers and performers who have built an enduring Western cultural legacy.
Every year since 1961, the Western Heritage Awards have focused on preserving what makes the West a unique part of the American story.
Western Heritage Awards Class of 2026
Hall of Great Western Performers
Inducted in 2026
Kenny Rogers
Inducted in 2026
1938-2020
Hall of Great Westerners
Inducted in 2026
Arthur Nicholas
Inducted in 2026
1946-
Wyoming
Hall of Great Westerners
Inducted in 2026
Luster Bayless
Inducted in 2026
1937-2022
Mississippi
Chester A. Reynolds Award
Awarded in 2026
Richard Oliver
Awarded in 2026
1949-
Texas
Special Director’s Award (Trustee’s Award through 1987)
Awarded in 2026
Toby Keith
Awarded in 2026
Western Visionary Award
Awarded in 2026
Rex Tillerson
Awarded in 2026
