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Tag Archives: Rodeo
The American Heritage Center Provides Original Image for the State’s New Rodeo License Plate
One of the most iconic rodeo photographs ever taken is now featured on Wyoming’s new rodeo specialty license plate. The scene depicted on the license plate comes from an original image by Burt C. Buffum, whose collection of photographs and … Continue reading
Independence Day in the Cowboy State: A Look at Wyoming’s Traditions
Happy Independence Day! 248 years of independence, and Wyoming’s been celebrating in style. From fur traders to rodeo riders, here’s how our state has marked America’s birthday. We’re highlighting a few of Wyoming’s Fourth of July traditions and featuring some … Continue reading
Posted in Wyoming
Tagged American West, Cody, Cody Stampede, Community Events, Fireworks, Fourth of July, Frontier history, Historical Landmarks, Independence Day, Independence Rock, Lander, Local history, Parades, Patriotic Celebrations, Rodeo, Sheridan, Vintage Photographs, Western Traditions, William L. Sublette, Wyoming celebrations
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Joseph S. Palen: Cheyenne Frontier Days Chronicler
If you’re interested in the history of Cheyenne Frontier Days (CFD), a great place to start is the J. S. Palen papers at the American Heritage Center. Born in 1912 in Salina, Kansas, Palen became fascinated with cowboy culture at … Continue reading
Posted in Agriculture, Western History, Wyoming
Tagged Cheyenne, Cheyenne Frontier Days, J. S. Palen, Joseph S. Palen, Rodeo, Rodeo memorabilia, rodeos, Steamboat
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Black History Month Highlight: Bill Pickett
In honor of Black History Month, the AHC would like to share some of our collection material that highlights African-American life in the West and beyond. The Cowboy The original cowboy archetype in the US imagination was tall, rangy, and … Continue reading