Cowboy Arts Association Held Annual Exhibition Sale
The National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum showcased traditional Western artisan crafts in Oklahoma City.
Updated on Oct. 3, 2026 in Rodeo
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The National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum in Oklahoma City has hosted the Traditional Cowboy Arts Association annual exhibition sale. This event features handcrafted items including rawhide braiding, saddles, and silversmithing.
Why it matters
The partnership supports the preservation of traditional Western artisan crafts and has continued for 27 years. It provides a platform to showcase techniques in bit and spur making, saddle making, and silversmithing.
The exhibition marks the 27th annual event hosted by the museum to showcase traditional cowboy artistry. The collection includes specialized works in categories such as rawhide braiding, bit and spur making, and silversmithing.
The players
National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum
This Oklahoma City institution serves as a center for the preservation and study of the American West through art and historical collections.
Traditional Cowboy Arts Association
This professional organization is dedicated to promoting and preserving traditional cowboy crafts and the artisans who create them.
The details
The exhibition displays various handcrafted items created through traditional techniques aimed at preserving Western heritage. These include intricate pieces of silversmithing, custom saddle making, and specialized rawhide braiding.
Timeline
The exhibition sale runs until October 18, 2026.
The museum hosts the HalloWest Halloween event on October 22, 2026.
Season Trajectory
This exhibition sale follows the established exhibition schedule set by the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum exhibition protocols. The event continues the museum's long-term commitment to highlighting specific Western craftsmanship trends within the industry.
Visitors interested in the exhibition must visit the museum before the sale concludes on October 18, 2026. Families planning to attend the HalloWest event on October 22 should note that children under the age of 12 receive free entry.
The takeaway
Supporting these traditional artisans helps keep historical Western crafting techniques relevant in modern society. Prospective attendees can use the museum calendar to align visits with recurring seasonal educational programs.
What happens next
The museum will host the HalloWest Halloween event for families on October 22, 2026, where museum members and children under 12 receive free admission.
Further reading
Discover more about regional western events at the Rodeo section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by News 9.
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