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The 39th Annual Western Spirit Art Show & Sale opens on March 7, 2020. This show features over 400 original pieces of Western art from artists all over the country.
The Art Show kicks off with an opening reception the evening of March 7. Museum members will be admitted at 5:00 pm for a member-only preview and Buy-it-Now, where all pieces, including the popular miniatures, can be purchased at a 25% premium before the sale opens to the ticketed public at 6:00 pm. 35% of each piece of artwork sold and opening night reception ticket directly benefit the Museum.
Opening night festivities feature a Silent Auction Quick Draw, where four artists create an original piece of art from scratch that and can be bid on during the duration of the Quick Draw. Other components include live entertainment, and complimentary full bar, and heavy hors d’oeuvres.
New to Western Spirit is the Western Art for Non-Profit Partners Program. This initiative provides buyers a new way to purchase art, support the Museum, and give to other local non-profits. Buyers may select art from wish-lists provided at registration to buy and donate to our partner organizations. These wish-lists have been carefully curated by our partner organizations to fit their missions.
For more information about the show, please call 307-778-7289 or visit us online at www.westernspiritartshow.org.
Quick Facts:
What: 39th Annual Western Spirit Art Show & Sale Opening Reception
Where: CFD Old West Museum – 4610 Carey Ave, Cheyenne, WY 82001
When: Opening Reception: March 7, 2020; Exhibit Runs to April 19, 2020
Time: 5:00pm for members, 6:00pm for ticketed public.
Cost: $45 for Museum Members, $55 for Non-Members, $65 at the door
How: Tickets to the Opening Reception can be purchased by calling 307-778-7290 or visiting https://westernspiritartshow.org/
Contact: Cameron Green, cameron.green@oldwestmuseum.org, 307-778-7289
The nomination forms for the 2020 Cheyenne Frontier Days™ Hall of Fame Class are now available. Don’t miss your opportunity to nominate the person or entity that you believe has helped shape Cheyenne Frontier Days into the “Daddy of ‘em All.” All nominations must be postmarked by January 15, 2020. Nominations are open to the public (you don’t have to be a member of the CFD Old West Museum to nominate) and are limited to past and present Cheyenne Frontier Days contestants, contract personnel, entertainers, livestock, families, organizations, and volunteers.
Cheyenne Frontier Days plays an important role in the community and it’s time to honor those that have helped make it what it is today.
The Cheyenne Frontier Days Hall of Fame showcases individuals, livestock, families, and organizations whose distinctive contributions to CFD have helped grow a dream into “The Daddy of ‘em All.” Whether contestants, contract personnel, entertainers, livestock, families, or volunteers, those voted into the Hall of Fame represent the wonderful competitive and cooperative spirit that has remained the hallmark of Cheyenne Frontier Days since 1897.
Nomination forms are available at the Cheyenne Frontier Days Old West Museum, online at www.oldwestmuseum.org, or send a letter explaining why your candidate is the best choice for the Cheyenne Frontier Days Hall of Fame.
Call the CFD Old West Museum at (307) 778-7290 or visit us online for more information.
Quick Facts:
Who: The CFD Hall of Fame Nomination is open to the public.
What: The CFD Hall of Fame honors those who have made a distinctive contribution to Cheyenne Frontier Days.
When: Nomination forms are available now. Nominations are due by January 15, 2020.
Where: Find your nomination form at the CFD Old West Museum or online at www.oldwestmuseum.org.
How: Fill out your nomination form and either mail it or bring it to the CFD Old West Museum. You can also send a letter explaining why your candidate is the best choice for the Cheyenne Frontier Days Hall of Fame.
Contact: Daniek Long, Registrar, at daniek.long@oldwestmuseum.org
The Cheyenne Frontier Days™ Western Art Show is an invitational show which features the nation’s top Western artists presenting original art that celebrates the heritage and the future of the American West. Over the last 39 years, this high-caliber Art Show has become the Cheyenne Frontier Days Old West Museum’s largest fundraiser supporting Arts Education, Exhibits, Collections, and Operations.
The Opening Reception kicks off with a sneak peek of the Carriage Hall filled with exclusive, never-before-shown art. Shortly after, you are transported to the Governor’s residence where the Governor and the First Lady host a cocktail party on the lawn, giving you a chance to mingle with the artists and enjoy the beautiful Wyoming outdoors. After the cocktail hour, you return to the Museum where the real fun begins, with a sales drawing, and opportunity to “Jump the Gun” on the sales, and a live art auction.
This year, the Art Show is featuring six new artists: Barbara Summer Edwards, Howard Halbert, Peggy Judy, David Riley, Georgia Roswell, and David Santillanes. The Museum’s Young Professional group, The Mavericks, selected a piece from the Western Spirit Art Show and Sale, “Wicked” by Robin Cook, to be featured and available for sale in the CFD Western Art Show as the third ever Mavericks’ Choice piece.
Tickets to the CFD Western Art Show & Sale can be purchased online at www.cfdartshow.org or by calling 307-778-7289. Tickets are $160 per person for open seating or $130 per person for CFD and Museum Volunteers and Museum Members. This year, we are offering reserved tables for ten people for $3,500. Advanced reservations required for the Opening Reception.
Quick Facts:
What: Cheyenne Frontier Days Western Art Show & Sale Opening Reception
Where: CFD Old West Museum – 4610 Carey Ave, Cheyenne, WY 82001
When: Opening Reception – Thursday, July 18, 2019; The show can be seen through Sunday, August 18, 2019
Time: Museum hours (8 a.m. – 6 p.m. during CFD; 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. daily).
Cost: Opening Reception: $160 per person or $130 per person for CFD and Museum Volunteers and Museum Members. Exhibit run: included in Museum admission.
Western Spirit Art Show & Sale
Opening Night Reception & Western Art Seminar: Saturday March 7, 2020
Exhibit Runs Saturday March 7, 2020 – April 19, 2020
This Saturday, March 7, 2020 the 39th Annual Western Spirit Art Show & Sale opens. This show features over 200 original pieces of Western art from artists all over the country.
The Art Show kicks off with an opening reception the evening of March 2. Museum members will be admitted at 5 p.m. for a member-only preview and Buy-it-Now, where all pieces, including the popular miniatures, can be purchased at a 25 percent premium before the sale opens to the ticketed public at 6 p.m. 35 percent of each piece of artwork sold and opening night reception ticket directly benefit the Museum.
Opening night festivities feature a Quick Draw, where six artists create an original piece of art from scratch that are auctioned off at the end of the evening. Other components include live entertainment, and complimentary full bar, and heavy hors d’oeuvres.
A Western Art Seminar will be conducted on Saturday, March 7, 2020, from 8:30 a.m. to 2:45 p.m., which includes a continental breakfast and lunch. This seminar is a great professional development and networking opportunity for artists which covers five different sessions including presentations and demonstrations by the exhibit jurors and art professionals. This year’s presenters are Scott Jones, Alexis Garrett, Carrie Wild, and Harvey Deselms.
For more information about the Show and Seminar, please call 307-778-7289 or visit us online at www.oldwestmuseum.org.
Quick Facts:
What: 39th Annual Western Spirit Art Show & Sale Opening Reception & Western Art Seminar
Where: CFD Old West Museum – 4610 Carey Ave, Cheyenne, WY 82001
When: Opening Reception: March 7, 2020; Exhibit Runs to April 19, 2020; Western Art Seminar: March 7, 2020
Time: Opening Reception: 5:00pm for members, 6 p.m. for ticketed public. Western Art Seminar: 8:30 a.m. -2:45 p.m.
Cost: Opening Reception: $45 for Museum Members, $55 for Non-Members, $65 at the door; Western Art Seminar: $35 for Museum Members, $45 for Non-Members; $55 at the door
How: Tickets to the Opening Reception can be purchased by calling 307-778-7290 or visiting https://westernspiritartshow.org/
Contact: Cameron Green, cameron.green@oldwestmuseum.org, 307-778-7289
The nomination period for the 2020 Cheyenne Frontier Days™ Hall of Fame Class closes on January 15, 2020 – all nominations must be postmarked by this day. Don’t miss your opportunity to nominate the person or entity that you believe has helped shape Cheyenne Frontier Days into the “Daddy of ‘em All.” Nominations are open to the public (you do not have to be a member of the CFD Old West Museum to nominate) and are limited to past and present Cheyenne Frontier Days contestants, contract personnel, entertainers, livestock, families, organizations, and volunteers.
Cheyenne Frontier Days plays an important role in the community and it’s time to honor those that have helped make it what it is today.
The Cheyenne Frontier Days Hall of Fame showcases individuals, livestock, families, and organizations whose distinctive contributions to CFD have helped grow a dream into “The Daddy of ‘em All.” Whether contestants, contract personnel, entertainers, livestock, families, or volunteers, those voted into the Hall of Fame represent the wonderful competitive and cooperative spirit that has remained the hallmark of Cheyenne Frontier Days since 1897.
Nomination forms are available at the Cheyenne Frontier Days Old West Museum, Cheyenne Frontier Days Headquarters, Cheyenne Frontier Days Box Office, online at https://cfdrodeo.com/
Call the CFD Old West Museum at (307) 778-7290 or visit us online for more information.
Quick Facts:
Who: The CFD Hall of Fame Nomination is open to the public.
What: The CFD Hall of Fame honors those who have made a distinctive contribution to Cheyenne Frontier Days.
When: Nomination forms are available now. Nominations are due by January 15, 2020.
Where: Find your nomination form at the CFD Old West Museum, CFD Headquarters, CFD Box Office or online at https://cfdrodeo.com/
How: Fill out your nomination form and either mail it or bring it to the CFD Old West Museum. You can also send a letter explaining why your candidate is the best choice for the Cheyenne Frontier Days Hall of Fame to CFD Old West Museum Hall of Fame, PO Box 2720, Cheyenne, WY 82003.
Cheyenne Frontier Days is an action-packed 10 day festival, celebrating Wyoming’s western roots. From bucking broncos to country music stars, you’ll truly have a hard time deciding where to start. These 5 attractions provide you a great sampling of Cheyenne Frontier Days, the “Daddy of ’em All”. Most of the following events are accessible every day throughout the 10 day celebration, so check out the schedule for Cheyenne Frontier Days to make the best plan for yourself.
If you can only attend one event at Cheyenne Frontier Days, make sure you check out the rodeo! You can catch the action 9 out of the 10 days the festival is in town; the adrenaline from the cowboys (and cowgirls!) to the crowd is surely unmatched. The tradition of rodeo runs deep in American roots, dating back to the 1800’s. Get the most out of your experience by visiting the Cheyenne Frontier Days website for information geared towards rodeo newbies and experts alike.
The Old West Museum has a wonderful collection of art and western artifacts. The Cheyenne Frontier Days celebration has been a part of the Wyoming culture for over 120 years, and this museum spans the decades with a great combination of art and history. A looping rodeo video plays in the heart of museum, bringing the viewer right into the history of rodeo. Additionally, rotating art installations show the vibrancy of western culture portrayed through a variety of mediums. The museum is open year-round as a permanent fixture in Cheyenne, Wyoming, with extended hours during Cheyenne Frontier Days.
National touring acts and local musicians alike perform at Cheyenne Frontier Days, bringing the best in folk and country music. Big country stars take the main stage in the fairground most nights during the celebration. The music reverberates through the concert, and creates an energy that gets everyone stomping their boots. For the 21+ crowd, the Buckin’ A Saloon is a great place to enjoy smaller, yet highly entertaining acts. Music in the Buckin’ A Saloon is free with admission into the fairgrounds, and a great place to show off your two-step.
Experience a real taste of authentic Native American culture in the Indian Village at Cheyenne Frontier Days. There are scheduled dance performances daily that are truly mesmerizing! An inspiring display of colorful clothing, drumming, and impressive dance routines will keep you on the edge of your seat. Additionally, there is a great Indian taco stand (a must try!), and of course fantastic shopping featuring Native American handicrafts. Visiting the village is a fun and informative way to explore American Indian heritage and culture.
The Grand Parade in Cheyenne, Wyoming combines top marching bands, horses, antique carriages, vintage bicycles, and everything in between. Announcers along the parade route provide commentary for each float, so you’ll get a great sense of the history and culture of Wyoming. Fortunately, the Grand Parade takes place 4 times during Cheyenne Frontier Days, so you’ll have multiples opportunities to attend.
This article has been created in partnership with Herrmann Global (Publisher of Visit USA Parks)
The Cheyenne Frontier Days Old West Museum and CFD Hall of Fame is excited to announce the CFD Hall of Fame Class of 2018!
The Cheyenne Frontier Days Hall of Fame showcases individuals, livestock, and organizations whose distinctive contributions to Cheyenne Frontier Days have helped grow a dream into “The Daddy of ‘em All.” Whether it be contestants, contract personnel, entertainers, livestock, families, or volunteers; those voted into the Cheyenne Frontier Days Hall of Fame represent the wonderful competitive and cooperative spirit that has remained the hallmark of Cheyenne Frontier Days since 1897.
This year, we are welcoming six individuals into the Hall of Fame:
Trevor Brazile
David Johansen
Jim Lynch
David “Sammy” McInerney
O.D. “Jack” Mueller
J.D. Yates
The Cheyenne Frontier Days Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony will be held September 7, 2018 at the Cheyenne Red Lion Hotel, beginning at 5 p.m.
For more information, please call 307-778-7290, email us at info@oldwestmuseum.org or visit www.oldwestmuseum.org.