Buffalo Bill Center of the West

10/12/2026

Love the Buffalo Bill Center of the West? Become a member and help us preserve our western heritage for future generations.

We offer a variety of membership levels—from individual and family to fi****ms memberships—so you can choose the option that fits your needs. Enjoy free museum admission, discounts on events and gift shop purchases, and many other benefits.

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10/09/2026

Last chance to get your tickets for our 2026 Car Raffle featuring a stunning 1967 Corvette Coupe! 50-horsepower V8 engine, black leather seats and original rally wheels, are just a few o the amazing features in this corvette.

Raffle tickets are available for purchase until October 20. Click here to purchase: https://brnw.ch/21x6icn

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Celebrate freedom on the open road in this classic all-American 196...

10/08/2026

What can a book reveal about the explorers who shaped the American West?

The McCracken Research Library holds original Lewis & Clark journals — once owned by artist Charles M. Russell — with a surprise pencil sketch inside. Read their journey from expedition to archive in our Rare Book Highlights.

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10/06/2026

Have you seen Riders of the Buffalo Nations: Photography by Doug Hancock?

If not, don’t miss it. This powerful exhibition offers a rare, contemporary portrait of a story too often overlooked—the enduring role of Native people in rodeo, horsemanship, and cultural celebration. Leave inspired by the skill, dedication, and vibrant communities of the Buffalo Nations.

On view through January 3, 2027.

Oglala Lakota Wacipi. Doug Hancock, Pine Ridge Reservation, SD, Summer 2022. Kodak Tri-X 400, Digital Print, 2026.

10/05/2026

It's never too early to start holiday shopping—especially for that hard-to-shop-for loved one.

Points West Market has something for everyone on your list. From children's clothing and toys to books and home décor, we're a one-stop shop. Order online or stop by—our friendly staff is ready to help you find the perfect gift!
-Points West Market: https://brnw.ch/21x6bjc

10/02/2026

Our Buffalo Nation exhibition has been a great success since opening at the end of August. It took a lot of dedication and effort to bring it to life, and we want to recognize one of the partners who helped make it possible.

Beyond Yellowstone Living Lab (BYLL), Rausser College of Natural Resources - UC Berkeley, brings together collaborators to study and share the stories of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem—its wildlife, landscapes, and communities. BYLL is a core program of the Stone Center for Environmental Stewardship at the University of California, Berkeley.

Photo: Fence inventory crew field technicians Hayden Campbell (left) and Tristen Fleming (right) walking an electric fence line in the Sunlight Basin area. Credit: Kristin Barker.

10/01/2026

Happy October 1 — and hello, spooky season! We’re thrilled to invite you to Hootin’ Howlin’ Halloween at the Buffalo Bill Center of the West on October 30, 2026.

Bring your little ghouls and goblins in costume and drop in anytime between 2 and 5 p.m. for an afternoon of hands-on activities, spooky stories, games, crafts, candy, and plenty of surprises. It’s family-friendly Halloween fun with just the right amount of fright. Costumes encouraged!

Attend for a chance to win a Family Membership — one lucky family will be selected in our raffle.

Supported by the R. Harold Burton Foundation. We can’t wait to see you there!

10/01/2026

We wanted to give everyone a heads up that starting today, October 1st, our Raptor Program begins their fall schedule. They will have just ONE program daily at 1pm. Programs will still take place in the Braun Garden amphitheater and are weather dependent.

09/30/2026

UPDATE: Our website is back up and running! Thank you for your patience and we hope you have a great day.

Good morning!

We are having some complications with our website at the moment. We are working on getting it fixed and will update you as soon as we can. Please check back on this post for any updates.

Thank you for your patience. In the meantime, if you have any questions, please reach out to us at [email protected].

09/29/2026

Join us Thursday, October 1, 2026, for the next Draper Lunchtime Expedition, focusing on the Yellowstone wolverine.

Renowned wildlife tracker and educator Dr. James “Jim” Halfpenny will present a compelling overview of the wolverine’s history, ecology, and ongoing presence in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem. Drawing on decades of research and field experience, Dr. Halfpenny will review early historical reports, recent encounters, and mounting evidence that the local population may be on the rise.

The talk is free and begins at noon on October 1, 2026.