National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum – Hall of Great Westerners

The National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum houses the Hall of Great Westerners, which honors notable historical figures of the American West such as cowboys, ranchers, and frontier leaders. The museum’s collections include paintings, sculptures, and artifacts tied to individuals like Buffalo Bill Cody and Will Rogers. It also administers the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Awards, recognizing lifetime achievement in Western history and culture. The institution is a primary repository for material culture and biographies related to western historical figures.