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This summer, we had the privilege of dedicating two of our benches to honor two incredible people whose legacies will not be forgotten: Janet Wampler, our former Volunteer Coordinator and dear friend, and Riley Busacker, a Cheyenne Frontier Days™ volunteer for over 50 years. May they both rest in peace.

BoarD oF DireCtorS Kevin Burkett President

Members at Large Ed Galavotti

Randy Bruns Vice President Bryan Stevens Secretary

Bill Gentle Jeffrey Jones Dave Keiter Christine Kronz

Jean Cochran Treasurer

Teema Tuck McIntosh Kim Withers

Scott Meier Past President

StaFF Josie Molloy Executive Director Mike Kassel Associate Director & Curator Brycie Achter, Volunteer Coordinator Amanda Marshall, Art Show & Events Coordinator Cody Fox, Facilities & Weekend Manager

We had a wonderful reception and a time of remembrance, sharing cherished stories of both beloved members of our community.

Stephanie Gontar, Marketing Intern Brad Jorgensen, Exhibits Manager Jean Krause, Education Coordinator Curtis Olson, Registrar Lonnie Reese, Development Manager Owen Reese, Collections Intern Kelsi Marquer, Art & Education Intern Lori Rippinger, Executive Assistant & Bookkeeper Cayden Sauer, Marketing Coordinator

MiSSion The Cheyenne Frontier Days™ Old West Museum mission is to preserve and share the heritage of the American West as experienced through the celebration of Cheyenne Frontier Days™.

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Meet the inductees!

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Learn about the Cheyenne Frontier Days™ Hall of Fame Class of 2025 Inductees!

Western Art Show 51 CFD RECAP

53 Endowment Donors Club 54 Cheyenne Members Campaign 55 Capital Donors

57 Museum Members Memoriam & 61 InHonoraria

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Another Successful Art Show!

Check out 45th Annual CFD Western Art Show & Sale Recap

Stageline Layout & Design Cayden Sauer Editorial Contributions: Amanda Marshall, Jean Krause, Josie Molloy, Bryci Achter, Lonnie Reese, & Lori Rippinger

Stageline is a digitally-published, quarterly newsletter as a benefit of membership at the Cheyenne Frontier Days™ Old West Museum.

All photographs in Stageline are a part of the Cheyenne Frontier Days™ and Cheyenne Frontier Days™ Old West Museum Collection unless otherwise noted. Written permission is required to copy, reprint, or distribute any material within Stageline.

Cover 2025 Hall of Fame Inductees Dr. Fred Emerich Dan Hough Dan & Linda Hubbell Patrick Gottsch Toby Keith Walt Linderman & Scottie Scott Walton Jim Ward Family Billy B. Weeks

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Director’s Note

Dear Friends, As we look back on another remarkable summer, I want to extend my deepest gratitude to all of you and our community for your incredible support and dedication.First and foremost, thank you to our volunteers who gave their time, energy, and passion during Cheyenne Frontier Days™.

Your hard work was essential in helping us create a memorable and seamless experience for our visitors. Whether you were guiding guests through the Museum, assisting with events, or greeting people at the front, your contributions were invaluable. We simply could not do what we do without you.

I’d also like to recognize everyone who contributed to our WyoGives campaign. Your generosity during this annual day of giving not only supports our daily operations, but also reflects the strong belief our community holds in the mission and future of the Museum. Your donations will directly support the development of our new Education Center, the Aloha Vaqueros traveling exhibit, and the ongoing preservation of our collections. Thank you for helping us continue to preserve and share our rich Western heritage.

I’m also thrilled to report that our Western Art Show & Sale was a tremendous success.

From the incredible artists and dedicated buyers to the volunteers and staff who worked so hard to make the event possible—thank you. This signature event continues to grow in both prestige and impact, serving as a vital fundraiser and a beautiful celebration of Western art and culture.

As we look ahead to the fall, we do so with great momentum. We are excited to celebrate the 2025 Hall of Fame Inductees, and to kick off our October programming, including Thankful Thursday on October 16. We will also host two new opening receptions for upcoming exhibits, so stay tuned for more exciting details.

As I often say, there’s never a dull moment at the Museum—there’s always something new to see and do. Thank you for your continued support, dedication, and belief in our mission.

Sincerely, Josie Molloy Executive Director 307-778-1416

Staff photo with Governor Mark Gordon and Mayor Patrick J. Collins from our Cheyenne Frontier Days™ 45th Annual Art Show & Sale

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Cheyenne Frontier Days™ Hall of Fame Class of 2025

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Visit https://hof.oldwestmuseum.org/ Congratulations Inductees!

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Fred Emerich Fred Emerich, born and raised in the Cheyenne, Wyoming area, has led a distinguished career and life deeply rooted in his early experiences on the family ranch, his educational pursuits, and his unwavering commitment to his community and profession.

His journey began with foundational years spent engaged in 4-H and FFA during high school, laying the groundwork for a life dedicated to agriculture, veterinary science, public service, and particularly

Cheyenne Frontier Days™.

After graduating from East High School in 1963, Fred earned a Bachelor of Science in Microbiology from the University of Wyoming in 1968, followed by a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) from Colorado State University (CSU) in 1973. After receiving his DVM, Fred began his career in Cheyenne in 1974 at Yellowstone Animal Hospital, where he worked until 2000, dedicating 26 years to veterinary practice.

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Fred’s commitment to his community and profession, however, extended well beyond his practice. In 1974, Fred joined the Contract Acts Committee, taking a pioneering role in organizing area veterinarians to ensure the presence of professional veterinary care in the arena at Cheyenne Frontier Days™ during slack, the main show, and at night shows. His tenure as an arena veterinarian spanned over 35 years, during which he provided critical care for the chuckwagon teams, flat racing events, and all the other competitive event animals for CFD. His responsibilities also included overseeing the integrity of the show through the management of urine and blood samples for flat track racing.

Beyond his veterinary responsibilities, Fred made other significant contributions to the rodeo and CFD

community through various roles. He was a PRCA timer for rough stock events for approximately 10 years and has held positions on the CFD Old West Museum’s Board of Directors from 1991-1993 and 2016-2022, where he served his second term on the board as Secretary, Vice President, President, and Ex Officio. At the Old West Museum, Fred has also served as a CFD Foundation Representative, a Carriage Collection Representative (during the Carriage Collection’s founding), and has, over the course of his life, served on the Long Range Planning, Development, Hall of Fame, Exhibits, and Campaign/Fundraising Committees and the Western Legacy Advisory Council. During these roles (and many others), Fred has accomplished countless consequential deeds for the Old West Museum.

In 1975, Fred met his future wife, Keren, at CFD. They

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were married on the first Saturday of CFD the very next year, a further testament to Fred’s deep-rooted connection to the event and its community.

Dr. Emerich’s professional leadership was also recognized with his election as Wyoming Board of Veterinary Medicine President for two terms, reflecting his respected status in the veterinary community. Fred was also appointed to the CSU Foundation Board. His commitment to public service led him into politics, serving as a Laramie County Commissioner from 1980 to 1984 and in the

Wyoming Senate from 2010 to 2018, where he contributed to shape policies for the betterment of his state and community.

Today, Dr. Emerich’s legacy includes not only his professional achievements and contributions to veterinary medicine and public service but also in fostering the traditions and spirit of the American West, symbolized by his enduring involvement with Cheyenne Frontier Days™ and his commitment to community service and expansion projects.

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Patrick Gottsch Patrick Gottsch grew up on his family’s farm in Elkhorn, Nebraska, where he learned firsthand the importance of rural America in the lives of everyday Americans. These early experiences instilled in him a deep appreciation for agriculture and its values, which guided his future career.

In 1991, Patrick began working in broadcasting with Superior Livestock Auction, a stepping stone to his greatest achievement: the launch of Rural Free Delivery Television—better known as RFD-TV—in 1988. As the first 24-hour network devoted entirely to rural America, RFD-TV delivered daily market updates, weather, agricultural news, and Western sports to millions of homes.

Patrick’s vision gave farmers, ranchers, and rodeo fans their own national media platform, spotlighting a way of life too often overlooked.

Patrick later built Rural Media Group, the parent company of RFD-TV, into a multi-network powerhouse dedicated to rural America and Western culture.

Rural Media Group expanded to include The Cowboy Channel, The Cowgirl Channel, and Rural Radio on SiriusXM. Through these platforms, Patrick created a unified media presence that celebrated agriculture, Western sports, and family values while bringing rural stories to a national audience.

The impact Patrick had on Cheyenne Frontier Days™ was dynamic. Under a PRCA agreement, CFD became the first rodeo ever broadcast by RFD-TV. He later served as a Grand Marshal and produced a national broadcast of the entire parade. By putting rodeo on television around the clock, Patrick motivated ticket buyers and helped boost attendance at rodeos across the country.

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Dan Hough Dan Hough began volunteering for Cheyenne Frontier Days™ in 1964 while still in high school. He initially served with the Park Police, then joined the Grounds Committee, and later assisted at the arena’s wheel gate.

After graduating college in 1974, Dan became a foot marshal with the Parades Committee. Within five years, he was promoted to Assistant, overseeing VIPs, rodeo queens, and the recruitment of marching bands from across the country.

Dan also played a key role in managing the prenight show acts. In one memorable instance, he gave up a scheduled performance of the national anthem by Bill Dubois to allow a contestant’s young redheaded daughter to sing—her name was Reba.

In 1983, Dan was elected into the HEELs, and by 1987 his deep knowledge and leadership earned him the role of Lead Assistant of the Parades Committee. He was known for implementing innovative approaches to improve safety and enhance the overall parade experience.

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Dan served as Parades Chairman from 1989 to 1991. During his tenure, he led several major initiatives, including the renovation of the Dazee Bristol float section, overseeing the installation of CFD’s signature street decorations, organizing the Wyoming Centennial Parade featuring President George H. W. Bush as Grand Marshal, and establishing the Carriage Coordinating Committee to help preserve the park’s historic carriages.

Following his chairmanship, Dan and his wife Kay remained active in leadership roles with the Buckle Club, the CFD Old West Museum Board, and the Western Art Show. Dan passed away in 2023, leaving a lasting legacy of dedication and service to Cheyenne Frontier Days™.

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Dan & Linda

Hubbell

Wyoming native Dan Hubbell started taking photos at Cheyenne Frontier Days™ in 1989 when he found that his old college hobby of shooting photos in between bareback rides could come into use as his daughter started her barrel racing career. By 1990, Dan had the Hubbell Rodeo Photo operation running out of a fifth-wheel darkroom, developing photos as soon as they were taken at rodeos across the country. Dan was awarded the PRCA Photographer of the Year award in 2000 and eventually switched to fully digital photography in 2002, after which he realized it was teamwork that would truly make his career happen.

In 2008, Dan started traveling with his wife Linda, living in a fifth-wheel for nine months out of the year.

Since then, their teamwork consisted of Dan shooting rodeos during the day and handing Linda his photo card as soon as the show finished. Once the photos were in hand, Linda started her work, downloading the images, editing them, and preparing them for print. Cowboys often gathered around Linda’s table outside the CFD ready-room, getting prints of their recent rides whether from Cheyenne or their last stop on the circuit.

This operation worked smoother than butter, and Hubbell Rodeo Photos have been used in many Cheyenne Frontier Days™ souvenir programs and other publications over the years. Dan even had his own exclusive spot in the arena, right outside of the camera pit near the swinging gate leading to the track, which has turned out to be a great spot; far away from the hustle and bustle behind the chutes and in the photography pit.

Outside of the CFD Arena, Dan’s photographs are known throughout the rodeo world and have been spotlighted many times in PRCA Rodeo Sports News.

Through the years, Dan and Linda have also taken

and processed photos of rodeo contestants in Greeley, Colorado; Pendleton, Oregon; Tucson, Arizona; Red Bluff, California; Oakdale, California; Clovis, California; Ellensburg, Washington; the College National Finals and the Wrangler National Finals. Dan Hubbell was awarded the PRCA Photographer of the Year award again in 2019 and has been one of two in-arena photographers for the National Finals Rodeo for over 20 years, longer than any recorded photographer. Dan and Linda retired in 2020 after COVID-19 restricted their travels. By that time, they had captured 31 years of Hubbell photography at CFD.

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Toby Keith Toby Keith, a beloved American country music icon, had a long-standing and cherished connection with Cheyenne Frontier Days™, performing at the “Daddy of ‘Em All” eight times throughout his successful career in 1997, 2001, 2003, 2005, 2011, 2013, 2015, and 2018, captivating over 150,000 fans. This enduring presence in Cheyenne ultimately made Toby Keith a staple of CFD in the eyes of many.

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Throughout his career, Toby Keith became known not only for his musical talent but for his personal connection to the American spirit and his patriotism, largely shaped by his upbringing as the son of a veteran. This connection resonated deeply with his fans, particularly at events like CFD, where his patriotism and support of the U.S. military were always highlighted. His music, including hits like “Should’ve Been a Cowboy,” “How Do You Like Me Now,” and “Red Solo Cup,” became anthems for fans in Cheyenne and across the country.

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Beyond his massive success with 42 Top 10 hits, 33 No. 1s, over 44 million albums sold and 100 million BMI performances, Keith was also recognized for his songwriting and producing. His career culminated with multiple honors, including induction into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2015, the National Medal of Arts in 2021, and the Country Music Hall of Fame just before his passing in February 2024.

Toby Keith’s legacy will forever be intertwined with not only his powerful performances and contributions to American country music and patriotism, but with Cheyenne Frontier Days™ itself, where he memorably performed so much for so many.

Photo Credits 1. Greg Watermann 2.Greg Watermann 3. Richard McLaren 4. Richard McLaren 5. Greg Watermann 6. Richard McLaren

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Walt Linderman & Scottie Walt started steer wrestling at Cheyenne Frontier Days™ in 1961. By 1964 Walt and his horse Scottie became a team. Scottie, a chestnut gelding, was originally purchased as a hazing horse and moved to steer wrestling in 1965. Harley May won the Cheyenne Steer Wrestling title riding Scottie in 1965 and went on with him to win the World Championship that same year. Walt then rode Scottie in 1966 at Cheyenne Frontier Days™ and won the Steer Wrestling title, earning second in the world standings that year. The next year Walt and Scottie won Cheyenne Frontier Days™ All-Around title and went on to win the 1967 National Finals rodeo steer wrestling average.

In 1971, Scottie carried Jack Roddy to the Cheyenne Frontier Days™ Steer Wrestling Title.

In the same year, Walt won second in the PRCA world standings in Steer Wrestling. It is estimated that between 7 and 10 steer wrestlers rode Scottie at Cheyenne each year from around 1965-1973.

During this 10-year span, Walt and Scottie became acknowledged as the king makers in the world of steer wrestling. Three world championships were won by cowboys riding Scottie.

Photo Credit: DeVere

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The Retirement of Scottie Photo Credit: Harold Propp

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Scott Walton Scott Walton’s deep connection to the rodeo world began with his father, Allen Walton, founder of the Northern International Livestock Exposition (NILE) Rodeo in Billings, Montana. In the 1970s, Allen hired Cheyenne Frontier Days™ and ProRodeo Hall of Famer Harry Vold as the stock contractor. Scott assisted Vold at NILE and later at the College National Finals Rodeo in Bozeman, Montana, while attending Montana State University. In 1982, Vold invited Scott to join his operation full-time, making this Scott’s first year working at Cheyenne Frontier Days™.

Scott remained with Vold Rodeo Company until 1996, when he accepted a position with ProRodeo Hall of Famer Walt Garrison and CFD Hall of Famer Darrell Barron at Copenhagen & Skoal Tobacco. Serving as Rodeo Supervisor for 13 years, Scott helped manage everything from logistics to operating the scoreboard, “we ran the scoreboard and everything,” he recalled. One of his consistent stops each year during that time was CFD.

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In 2010, following federal legislation banning tobacco advertising, Scott partnered with Rick Sallee to form Walton Scoreboards, Inc. The company took over many former Copenhagen & Skoal contracts, including CFD. What began as a basic scoreboard operation displaying only times and scores has since evolved into a dynamic, multimedia experience. Thanks to Scott’s vision and adaptability, modern rodeo fans now enjoy real-time scoring, replays, standings, and contestant bios—features that, as former CFD Rodeo Committee Chairman Chad Mathews remarked, “make every seat in the house a good one.”

Together, Scott and Rick served rodeos across the country, including major events in Fort Worth, San Antonio, and Cheyenne. They have also provided scoring and timing services for the National Finals Rodeo.

Scott has worked in some capacity at every CFD rodeo since 1982 and is a proud recipient of the CFD Silver Badge. In 2023, he was honored with the prestigious Donita Barnes Lifetime Achievement Award, presented during the National Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas.

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Posing from left to right: David Botham, Vannie Ray Halliday, Doug Vold, Scott Walton

One of the scoreboards Scott Walton has worked on

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Posing from left to right: Archie Johnson, Scott Walton, Darrell Barron, Tad Riley’s Friend, Gilbert, Mark Cotter with an unidentified woman

Scott Walton, in white shirt, assisting at the CFD chute gates

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Jim Ward Family The Jim Ward Family’s legacy at Cheyenne Frontier Days™ began in 1974 when J.D. Ward joined the Contestants/Rodeo Committee as a timer at Chute 9. While J.D. served as a timer for over 35 years, little did he know that his commitment would spark a tradition spanning four generations, with over 16 family members contributing their time and passion to the “Daddy of ‘Em All”.

The Ward Family’s four generations of active participation in CFD has been vast and impressive, with different family members being involved as Mounted and Foot Parades Marshals, Parade Color Guard, Rodeo Committee TOEs, Dandies, Miss Frontier, Parades, Volunteers of the Year, Cowboy Bistro volunteers, saddling horses at the AA Barn, hosting the Pendleton Round-Up Queen and Court, serving as Sponsor Host, assisting with Chuckwagon Races, the Stripping Chutes, Behind the Chutes tours, Chuckwagon Cookoffs, and so on.

Jim Ward, a pivotal figure in the family’s CFD journey, began his own involvement in 1977, working in the parade lot by harnessing horses. Eventually, Jim also began helping with the Branding Wagon and the Bomb Squad.

Jim became an Assistant Chairman in 1991, was elected to the HEELs in 1992, and became the Parades Chairman in 1997, where during his term as Chairman he started the Behind the Chutes tours and brought the Chuckwagon Cooking competition to CFD. Jim served on the CFD Old West Museum’s Board of Directors for nine years and served as its President for two years. Later, as a member of the CFD

Board of Directors, Jim spearheaded fiscal restructuring that significantly boosted the organization’s financial stability. Currently, Jim serves as the President of the CFD Cheyenne Carriage Collection and is coming up on his 48th year as a CFD volunteer in 2025.

Ultimately, the Ward Family has served on seven different CFD committees over the last 50 years. Their collective efforts have not only shaped CFD’s history but continue to shape its future, ensuring that the “Daddy of ‘Em All” remains a vibrant celebration of the American West for generations to come.

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Kari Ward Farley, Miss Frontier 2008

Jim Ward, Parades Chairmen 1997

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Billy B. Weeks Billy B. Weeks was born on January 15, 1926, in Abilene, Texas. He hailed from a family deeply rooted in ranching, rodeo, and exceptional horsemanship. His childhood was spent on ranches overseen by his father, where he developed a profound connection with the rodeo lifestyle. At the tender age of six, Billy’s mother allowed him to enter the Steer Riding event at the Abilene Fair Park Arena. After clinching his first victory, Billy’s focus turned solely to rodeoing.

In 1946, encouraged by the esteemed Rodeo Stock Producers, Gretchen and Verne Elliott, Billy joined the Rodeo Cowboys Association (RCA). His early professional rodeo career was significantly influenced by no-table figures such as Casey Tibbs, Vic Schwartz, and Jack Favor. Billy proved to be a versatile competitor, excelling in Bareback, Saddle Bronc, and Bull Riding across major rodeos in the United States and Canada. His remarkable achievements include winning the Bareback event at his first Cheyenne Fron-tier Days™ in 1947 and securing the All-Around title at Cheyenne in 1952.

Billy’s contributions to the rodeo community extended beyond compe-tition. He served on the National Finals Rodeo Stock Selection Board for several years. Following his retirement from active competition, Billy transitioned into roles as a Racehorse Trainer, Ranch Foreman, and Rodeo Judge. Notably, he held the position of Timed Event Judge at Cheyenne for an impressive 24 consecutive years. At the time of his untimely passing on January 9, 1988, Billy had resumed his horse training endeavors and was eagerly anticipating his 25th year as the timed event

line judge at Cheyenne Frontier Days™ that July.

Billy B. Weeks’ legacy in the rodeo world is encapsulated in his famous saying: “Rodeoing is better than working, even if you don’t win.” His dedication and passion earned him prestigious honors, including induction into the National Rodeo Hall of Fame at the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum and the Texas Rodeo Cowboy Hall of Fame in 1988, the same year as his passing.

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By Amanda Marshall & Jean Krause

Believe it or not, we are looking at the autumn events already. We hope to see everyone at the Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony in September.

Wild West Trunk or Treat will be filling our parking lot with joy and candy as we invite all the little ghosts and goblins to join in on Saturday, October 25th at 1:00pm.

This event has become immensely popular October’s calendar is filling up fast! (last year approximately 3,000 people Thankful Thursday will be held the evening attended). Sponsored by CFD, we invite you of October 16rd with doors opening at 4pm. It to donate candy, decorate a trunk, or bring is at the East Lincolnway Event Hall at 3839 your little ones to experience trick or treating E Lincolnway, Cheyenne, WY 82001. It’s a and exploring heavy equipment. fun filled night with live auction items, games October 30th at 5:30pm finds us of chance, a pie pull, dinner and drinks, playing BINGO while wearing costumes! and lots of laughter. This is our third year Our costume BINGO night has become a participating and we would like it to be the popular event and we would love to have you best yet! Please come and support the Old participate. Costumes are not required but, West Museum and have a great time! there is a costume contest with prizes!

YOUR Museum has so much to offer. We encourage you to get involved!

*Want to help us?

We need donations including gift cards, pies for our pie raffle and auction items for Thankful Thursday!

Please reach out to Amanda or Jean if you’re interested!

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Western Art Camp

By Jean Krause

As the sun sets on summer, it makes me think of the beautiful sunsets our campers painted this past August in Western Art Camp. We did our best to replicate Raven Halfmoon’s philosophy of basing art on heritage or traditions with our sculptures, and created coasters using the techniques of Bronwyn Bancroft.The blazing colors used by Joe A Oakes inspired our landscapes, made a geographic piece inspired by Kate Oltmann, and created invitations for our families to come see our art in the style of Charles M. Russell. Whew! We were so busy!

The later part of August found the adults travelling out to the Gross-Wilkinson Ranch in Pine Bluffs. The history dates back to preLaramie County days and was absolutely fascinating!

I look forward to seeing you in the Autumn as we offer many activities such as Art Uncork’d with Joy Keown, Thankful Thursday, Wild West Trunk or Treat, Costume Bingo, and Paranormal Tours of the Museum.

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CFD Western Art Show & Sale RECAP

By Amanda Marshall

We are proud to share that the 45th Annual Cheyenne Frontier Days™ Western Art Show and Sale was one of the most successful in recent years.

More than 800 guests attended the Opening Reception on July 17, filling the Museum with excitement as they viewed the incredible artwork from our top Western artists. The evening was made possible by the dedication of our volunteers, whose energy and hospitality continue to set this event apart.

This year’s show saw outstanding sales and overwhelming community support. We also celebrated the success of our partnership with Greeley Hat Works, which debuted an exclusive anniversary hat collaboration.

Missed out on getting your CFD Western Art Show Hat? Don’t worry there is still a limited number available! Reach out to us and we can get you in contact with Greeley Hat Works. Each purchase supports the Museum and securest you a special one of only 45 hats created to celebrate the CFD Western Art Show.

Guests and artists alike praised the warm atmosphere, the professional organization, and the way the event celebrates both Western art and Cheyenne’s Western spirit. As we close out another incredible year, the Museum extends its gratitude to everyone who played a part in making the 45th Annual CFD Western Art Show a true milestone. We can’t wait for another 45 years and beyond!

Limited Edition, 45th Annual CFD Western Art Show hat

Trent Johnson, Wyoming Govenor Mark Gordon, First Lady Jennie Gordon

Mockup of the sweatband

Our 45th Annual Cheyenne Frontier Days™ Western Art Show & Sale Artists!

A few of our amazing Art Show volunteers!

Carla Lofton, Karla Ahrens, Bobby Born

Dalene Frantz, Sandy McCleery

CFD Committee Members with Govenor Gordon and first lady, Miss Frontier and her Lady - in - Waiting

Trent Johnson at his Greeley Hat Works booth

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53 Legendary Donors

The Legacy Club Donors who have contributed $10,000 or more to the Endowment Fund Leonard & Fern Bemel Estate

Drs. Fred & Keren Emerich

Arlene & Don Kensinger

Britta Stamy Estate

Robert & Jackie Boice Memorial

by Robert Boice, Jr

Elizabeth Escobedo

Raymond C. Kinter

Mary H. Storer Foundation

First Interstate Bank

Mike & Lana Mabee

Gen. Harold Strack

Gus & Pat Fleischli

Lummis Livestock

John & Kathy Steil

Shirley & Lloyd Flynn

Jim & GiGi McShane

Marlin & Janet Glasner

Sue Miller

Drs. Robert Prentice & Sandra Surbrugg

Wayne & Lois Hansen

John & Norma Morris

Stan & Mary Hartman

Art & Catherine Nicholas

John & Ester Clay

Jim & Peggy Hearne

Mary & William Orton

Frank & Louise Cole

Tad & Ann Herz

John & Mary Ostlund

Connie & Dr. Richard Davis

Peter & Chloe Illoway

Mona Lee Pearl

Dr. Rick & Ibby Davis

Jerry & Kay Jessen

Barbara Dilts Marietta & Bill Dinneen

Jim. H Johnson Memorial

by Harold F. Johnson Masonry

Polo Ranch Company - Betsy Graham

Bill & Beth Edwards

Robert Born Dr Jeff & Lynne Carlton Jesse Chambers Estate Cheyenne Frontier Days™ Buckle Club

Bill & Toni Thomson Sherry & Gene Tuck Memorial

by Teema Tuck McIntosh Cindy Vandewark Phil & Gay VanHorn Marcia Vanlandingham Paul & Karen Vencill

Marian H. Rochelle

Ed & Carmel Wallace

Curt Kaiser Estate

Rodekohr, Peterson, Gusea, Gerringer & Shippy

Engrav, Van Voast, Swidecki

Ed Wallace & Peggy-Powers Wallace

Will & Judy Kallal

Romeo Entertainment Group

Bill Dubois & Marcy Helser

Ed & Mary Weppner

Thomas G. Kelly P.C.

Lisa Seale

Wyoming Cultural Trust

John & Karen Etchepare

Endowment Fund

Donors who have contributed to the Endowment Fund Barbara Andrikopoulos Dr. Frank Barrett Memorial

by Mary Barrett Orton & Bill Orton; Alice Barrett Clement & Mike Clement Jacqueline Boice Trust Richard & Michele Bolkovatz Eugene & Jeanne Bryan Johnnie Burton Wayne & Ruth Case Jim & Ray Fleming Dinneen Dosoris Trust Company

Beverly Dowling In Memory of Michael Dowling Charles & Carol Farthing Doug & Valarie Finch Stig & Beth Hallingbye Rick & Ronda Heimsoth Bill & Mary Kay Hill Carol Holland Donald & Jane Iverson Barry & Lynda Kistler Jon & Dianne Kirkbride Stacy Maatman & Charlie Moore

Betty Lewis & Dan Matuska

Dr. David & Martha Silver

Jack Mueller

Brian Short In Memory of Will Kallal

William & Mary Orton Del & Suzanne Peterson J. Michael & Martha Powers C. Bud Racicky Art & Patti Reese Shawn & Amiee Reese Bob & Linda Reynolds John & Barbara Rogers Carol Rush In Memory of Shirley Flynn Lee & Sue Searing

Ruth Storey Jeff & Gail Vandewark Charles & Jo Dell Wing Linda Weppner Wyoming Property Solutions, LLC Jim & Theresa Ward Lisa Zentner

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Cheyenne Club

Donors who have contributed over $1,000 to the Museum in 2025

AAI Music LLC, Amy Smith Meier & Annie Smith Jackson

Pamela Dix

Jon & Dianne Kirkbride

Searing Industries Wyoming

AGCWYO Wyoming Contractors Association

Julianna “Boo” & Reed Dixon

Ed & Jamie Kruse

Greg & Jen Seitz

Linda Doering

Lamar Advertising

Dustin Sharpe

Alice’s Lakeside Legacy Foundation

George & Linda Eaglefeather

Lisa Leachman

Hugh & Denise Simpson

Laura Eberly

Leamington Co.

John Skinner

ANB Bank

James Edgar

Scott & Cathi Lewis

Slalom Consulting

Nancy Anderson

Bill & Beth Edwards

Joseph & Megan Looby

Smart Sports Medicine Clinic PC

Steve & Charla Anderson

John Edwards

Marion & Judi Loomis

Christine Soloman

Art of the West

Drs. Fred & Keren Emerich

Senator Cynthia Lummis

Steil Surveying Services, LLC

Mark Bare

Etch It Up, Terry & Kelly Ruiz

Mike & Lana Mabee

Bryan & Ginni Stevens

Dave Berry

Tucker & Carol Fagan

Joe & Cindy Marek

James Storey III

A. Kent Best

Frank & Kimberly Fina

Mary H. Storer Foundation

Swire Coca-Cola

Scott & Kaye Binning

Flexx Productions

John Massey

Janet McLean & Marcia Swisher

Bison Beverage

David Foreman

Ted McCoy

Shawn & Erin Taylor

Mary Ann Bledsoe

Ed Galavotti

Dave & Helen McCracken

Janet Taylor

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming

Tyler & Alexis Garrett

Sue Mecca

The Anschutz Foundation

Diane Gore

Daniel L. Merritt-LeSatz

John & Mary Ann Duffey

Grease Monkey

Sue Miller

Dorothy Thompson

Rosana Guimaraes

Motorola Solutions

Toni Thomson

Matt Haigler

Tricia Nichols

Ron Timmerman

Halladay Automotive Group

Orthopaedic & Spine Center of the Rockies

Teema Tuck McIntosh

Blue FCU Robert M. Boice, Jr. Robert Born Broadmoor East LLC Robert & Sandra Brug Dede & Ross Buckhaults Bob & Lynn Budd Joe & Shirley Burford Kevin & Kimberly Burkett JJ Chen & Tracie Caller Teresa Jordan & Hal Cannon Capitol Roofing Inc. Barbara Carlsberg CFD HEELS Charter Communications Cheyenne Frontier Days™, Inc. Cheyenne Womens Clinic Brad & Shirley Churchill James & Maggie Clay Jim & Jean Cochran Gary & Lois Crum Connie Davis Delta Kappa Gamma, Upsilon Chapter Deselms Fine Art, Harvey Deselms John Dietzler Barbara Dilts

Stan & Mary Hartman Shelie Hartman-Gibbs Marcy Helser Peter Henderson Tad & Ann Herz Hilltop Bank Grace Hodges & Frederick Nickel Peter & Chloe Illoway Jane Iverson Edward & Annie Jackson III Gary & Cheryl Jacobson Robert Jensen Jerry & Kay Jessen Adam Johnson

Karmin & Michael Pace Pace-O-Matic

Tyrrell Auto Centers Union Pacific Railroad

Kevin Paintner

Union Pacific Railroad Foundation

George & Carrie Pappas

Cindy Vandewark

Kurt & Vicki Peth

Visit Cheyenne

Platte Valley Bank

Lorrell Walter

Mickey & Martha Powers

Rick & Jacqueline Watkins

Ranch Eats

Conna Webber

Debbie Reber

Robert Weppner

Red Lion Hotel & Conference Center

Linda Weppner

Cindi & Daryl Redditt Nancy Reno The Family of Dr. Harlan Ribnik

Mariah Johnson & Adam Kavanli

Tom & Dixie Roberts

Diane Dieter & Ted Jones

Julia E Robinson & Peter Kozisek

Harris & Jeannine Jones

Rocky Mountain Power

Gary & Stina Kayser

Romeo Entertainment Group

Thomas G. Kelly, P.C.

Marlin & Carol Rotach

KFBC 97.5 FM/1240 AM

Doug & Susan Samuelson

Deidre Kilty Newman

Gary & Lori Schoene

Brad & Kim Kincheloe

Lisa Seale

Kenny Wertsbaugh Kent & Susan Westedt Western Art Collector Chancey Williams Lee Ann Wilson Wold Foundation Anne Wright Wyoming Arts Council Wyoming Bank and Trust Wyoming Cultural Trust Fund Wyoming Home

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Become a Legend Capital Campaign Donors

LEGENDS

Raymond C. Kinter Arlene Kensinger

CHAMPIONS AAI Music LLC Alice’s Lakeside Legacy ANB Bank Banner Capital Bank Robert Boice, Jr. Robert Born Frank & Louise Cole Connie Davis Barbara Dilts Marietta Dinneen in Honor of The Dinneen Family Reed & Julianna Dixon William Dubois John & Mary Ann Duffey Bill & Beth Edwards Drs. Fred & Karen Emerich Marcy Helser Tad & Ann Herz Edward Jackson III & Annie Smith-Jackson Jerry & Kay Jessen Senator Cynthia Lummis Teema Tuck McIntosh Scott Meier & Amy Smith-Meier Sue Miller Orthopaedic & Spine Center of the Rockies George & Carrie Pappas

Romeo Entertainment Group The Romeo Family Mary H. Storer Foundation Drs. Bob Prentice & Sandra Surbrugg Elizabeth Searle & Mike Branham Taco John’s International Union Pacific Foundation Cindy Vandewark Lee Ann Wilson Wold Foundation

Elizabeth Escobedo

ICONS

Jane Iverson

Austin, Stella, & Bubba Alexander The Anschutz Foundation Bill Beaman Dave Berry Scott & Kaye Binning Todd & Jan Bishop Ross Buckhaults & Dede Schuppan Buckhaults

Flying Monkey Manufacturing David Foreman Lynette Friess The Estate of Gus Fleischli Ed Galavotti Tyler & Alexa Garrett Karen & Curt Gowdy Jr. Stan & Mary Hartman Helen Holliday & John Baffert Peter & Chloe Illoway Robert & Jill Jensen Joannides Family Foundation Jon & Dianne Kirkbride Luana Lahti Mike & Lana Mabee Joe & Cindy Marek Dr. Ted McCoy Dave & Helen McCracken

Capitol Roofing Inc. Denis & Charlene Humphrey

Terry & Carolyn Holmes O’Connor

Barbara Carlsberg

Janet McLean & Marcia Swisher

Century 21 Bell Real

Randy Merritt

Estate- Linda Weppner

Deidre Kilty-Newman

Cheyenne Frontier Days™

Tricia Pattno Nichols

HEELS

Kurt & Vicki Peth

Brad & Shirley Churchill

Bud Racicky

Christine Connell

Mary Boice Read & Ross Read

Tuda & jack Crews

Riverstone Bank

Dean & Meredith Dexter

Julia E. Robinson & Peter Kozisek

Barbara Dilts John Edwards Will & Brooke Edwards

Toni Rogers Smart Sports Medicine Clinic PC Dr. Skip & Sasha Ross

Jerry Smith & Cheryl

Mr. & Mrs. John Gaudio

Alden & Sherilyn

Tuck Smith

Irene Goldminz-Roberts

K. Prosser

John & Kathy Steil

Bob & Sandy Graham

Toni Thomson

Nancy Grote

Julia E. Robinson & Peter Kozisek

Phil & Gay VanHorn

Jim & Peggy Hearne

Paul & Karen Vencill

Sharon Heldt-Pratt

Welding & Machine - Tom & Rhonda Wilson

Rod & Rita Helgeson

Visit Cheyenne Robert Weppner In Honor of Mary Weppner Dr.Ron & Carol W. Waeckerlin

HEROES #1 Properties Brandi Monger & Billie Addleman Mike & Cindy Allen Suzanne Anderson Paula Baldeshwiler Jim & Kay Barr Kay Lynn Bestol Wesley Breeding Kimm Acton Brookshire Donald H. Brown

Glenna Hirsig Carol Holland Dan & Kay Hough Rick Kaysen Harriett H Kazzimir Barry & Linda Kistler Scott & Christine Kronz Chase & Aaron Lesher Christine Lummis Mac McKee Dorothy Middleton Brit & Cameron Miller Dwane & Patricia Moore Ron & Annette Newnum George & Betsey Nickerson Eric Nordberg

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Ross Read & Mary Boice Read Lonnie Reese Bob & Val Rodekohr Jean Marie Seitz Donald E. Shepard James Storey III Larry & Kimberly Sutherland Anna Thompson Ron & La Velle Van Voast Marcia Vanlandingham Keawe Vredenburg Dale & Edith Vosler Ron & Carol Waeckerlin Ed & Carmel Wallace Conna Webber James & Rebekah Weingart Jeanie White Charles & Jo Dell Wing John & Lynn Winkler Libby Crews Wood & Peter Wood

James A. Brown Kevin & Kimberly Burkett Connie Carmack G. William & Ann Carpender Barbara Casey Fred & Val Clyncke Jim & Jean Cochran Susan Deaver Shaun Donnelly & Kathryn Flynn Rick & Deb Eccli Paul & Sheryl Fanning Charlie & Carol Farthing Jim & Janelle Fazio Mick & Margi Finnegan Cory & Dalene Frantz

Open 10 am - 6pm Monday - Saturday Noon - 4pm Sundays (seasonally) 303 E. 17th St. Cheyenne, Wy 307-432-0606

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Legendary Donors

Museum Members As of September 1, 2025

HERITAGE PARTNER Tad & Ann Herz Toni Thomson

GOLDEN SADDLE

Mike & Lana Mabee

Foundation

Linda Doering

Cindi & Daryl Redditt

Joe & Cindy Marek

Tucker & Carol Fagan

Tom & Dixie Roberts

Debbie Reber

David Foreman

Doug & Susan Samuelson

Hugh & Denise Simpson

William & Susan Gentle

Dr. Kim Withers

Paul & Patricia Stenback

ANB Bank Sue Miller

GRAND ENTRY

CORPORATE PARTNER

Marcy Helser

Linda Weppner

James Hofius

#1 Properties

GROUP

Meridian Trust

Cheyenne Sub Vets

Lamar Advertising

Platte Valley Bank

Teema Tuck McIntosh

Steil Surveying Services, LLC

WY-CO Border Chapter, MOAA

Red Lion Hotel & Conference Center Visit Cheyenne Kent Westedt

Larry & Kim Sutherland Tyrrell Auto Centers

Wyoming Home

Wyoming Bank and Trust

PLATINUM

Wyoming Horse Racing, LLC

Norman & Eva Jeanne Holmes Carey Hosterman Chris Hughes Gary & Pam Imig Jerry & Kay Jessen

HALL OF FAME

Alan Johnson

Mandolin Anderson

Tamara Johnson

Artesian Park, LLC

Gary & Stina Kayser

Bill Beaman

Earl & Donna Kincheloe

Lorrell Bellotti Scott & Kaye Binning Gene Bryan

Blue FCU

Stan & Mary Hartman

Cindy Vandewark

Thomas G. Kelly, P.C.

KAZY 93.7 & THE RANGE 103.3

Lois & Wayne Hansen

Richard & Ronda Kolinske Christine Kronz Photographer, LLC

Cheyenne Frontier Days™, Inc.

SILVER SADDLE

Jim & Jean Cochran

Kevin & Kimberly Burkett

Lucky & Patty Burbach Jacqueline Busacker

Connie Davis

Ricky Magana & Tina Riffle

G. William & Ann Carpender

Marsh and Ellis Ranch, LLC

Brad & Shirley Churchill

Blaine & Vicki McAlpin

Diane Dieter & Ted Jones

Kay Lynn Bestol

Deselms Fine Art

Scott & Megan Fox

George & Linda Eaglefeather

Ed Galavotti

Drs. Fred & Keren Emerich Halladay Automotive Group Dr. Jane Iverson

Paul & Jeanne Hickey Floyd & Diane Humphrey Peter & Chloe Illoway Joannides Family

Dede & Ross Buckhaults

Alice Barrett-Clement & Mike Clement Charles DeFond Barbara Dilts

Greggory & Kimberly Lamb

Ken & Carolyn McCann Arloa McGinnis Janet McLean & Marcia Swisher Scott Meier & Amy

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Legendary Donors

Museum Members As of September 1, 2025

Smith-Meier Dr. Arthur & Carol Merrell Tracey & Ken Messick Mark A. Moody Joe & Cindy Mulcahy Eric Nordberg William & Karen Obermeier Ed Prosser Mary Boice Read & Ross Read Bobby & Suzanne Rolston Terry & Kelly Ruiz Roger & Paulla Schreiner Dean “Doc” & Karen Schroeder

VOLUNTEER HALL OF FAME Bryci & Matt Achter Andrea, Shane & Molly Allen James & Kalene Barr Robert Born Jim & Cindy Braden Martin & Claudia Carroll Cliff & Stella Cox Bill & Terri Daniels Dr. Rick Davis Fred & Pam Drake Bill & Beth Edwards Dr. John & Donna Esmay Jo Ferguson

Michael & Tiffany Smith

Jean Krause & Dave

John & Kathy Steil

Lisa & Michael Geesey

TDSI - The Design Studio, Inc.

Jim & Peggy Hearne

Dr. Richard and Dorothy Torkelson

Cody Fox

Kay Hough Jaclyn Houghton

Dottie Wallis

Candy Hunter

Brooke Wharton

Brad Jorgensen & Abby Walker

Dr. Russell & Barbara Williams

Michael & Amy Kassel

John & Lynn Winkler

Rick & Jerry Keslar

Pam & John Winter, II

Brad & Kim Kincheloe

Kathy Wright

Jean Krause & Dave Foose

Wyoming Property Solutions, LLC

Shay & Bernie Kushnir

Jon & Ginnie Madsen

Steve & Lynn Achter

Amanda & Cameron Marshall

Mike & Cindy Allen

Mac McKee RenéeMiddleton Josie & Ciaran Molloy Hoy & Linda Myers Ron & Annette Newnum

Aaron Anderson Suzanne Anderson Dr. Ed & Linda Boenisch Mary Throne & Kevin Boyce Nancy Brewton

Curtis Olson

JJ Chen & Tracie Caller

Del & Suzan Peterson

William & Susan Capozella

Michael & Cady Purcell Jeff Rayment Lonnie Reese Bob & Linda Reynolds

Lyle & Rita Chapman James & Maggie Clay Virginia Clough

Lori Rippinger

Dennis & Mary Lee Dixon

John & Barbara Rogers

Will & Brooke Edwards

Toni Rogers

LaLa Felton

Joseph & Cayden Sauer

Mick & Margi Finnegan

Sammi Shultz

John Fitch

Willie & Brenda Stackhouse

Scott & Janet Foresman

Bryan & Ginni Stevens James Storey III Anna Thompson Ken & Gail Tooke Phil & Gay VanHorn

Jim & Betty Fornstrom Cory & Dalene Frantz Gary & Peggy Grabau Bob & Sandy Graham Grease Monkey

Marcia Vanlandingham

Dr. Sloan & Anna Marie Hales

Edith & Dale Vosler

Stig & Beth Hallingbye

Jim & Stacie Walter

Jessica Hatch Charles Hendrix

FAMILY

Joseph & Bethanne Hill

Legendary Donors

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Museum Members As of September 1, 2025

Harris & Jeannine Jones Celeste L’Eveque Brian & JoLynne Lenell Marion & Judi Loomis

Charlie & Colleen West Sandra Whitaker Nicole Yen John & Lynn Zuver

Kelly, Sabine & Maggie McClintock

NARM FAMILY

Kathleen & John McKinley

James Michael & JoAnn Heck

Dr. R.C. & Marcia Mead

Aaron Lowe

James & Diane Farquhar Hallstrom Deena & David Harkins

Ann Palen Stampede, Inc.

Mary Leslie Hartman

Mary Lou & Larry Pape

Graydon & Carrie Held

Debra Parker

Bill & Mary Kay Hill

Holly Pendelton

Carol Jansen

Deborah Phillips

Jenkins Creek Ranch

Marcia & James G. Price II

David & Pat Johnson Rick Kaysen

Shelley & Jim Messer

FRIEND

David & Linda Kucera

Gregory & Marla Norman

Suzanne Anderson

Elizabeth

Paula Baldeshwiler

Elizabeth Lanier

George & Carrie Pappas

Jacklyn Boice

Shirley Leff

Dave & Annemarie Picard

Mack Brislawn

Shirley Toppenberg & Cyndee

Charlene Murdock

Renee & Mike Piskorski Dan & Lois Prickett Michael & Cady Purcell Jeff & Kris Rude Tim & Elena Schaffer

Ken & Patti Burns Dave & Kathy Cameron Kathleen Clemons Rita & Bradley Combs Christine Connell

Jack & Judy Olson

Carla & Jed Lofton

Cheryl Rennels Lisa Seale Susan Slomski Stampede, Inc., Ann Palen Ron & Stephanie Swearingen Marvie Tipsword

Sherri Lovercheck

Shirley Toppenberg & Cyndee Linn

Christine Lummis

Hannah Turner

Cathy Lyman

University of WY Library

Cathy Mackey

Bonnie Seabaugh

John & Phyllis DeNovellis

Dr. Larry & Pat Seitz

John & Julie Estridge

Gregory Mayse

Scott & Christy VanHorn

Marianne & Dicky Shanor

Ron Baker & Karen Fagin

Dennis & Debbie McCann

Dave & Bev Webster

Kirk & Shelly Shepherd

H. Paul Fanning

Pat McCarville

Al & Lucy Simpson

Sharon Gandy

Carol McDonough

Sandy & Casey Whitman

Roger “Red” Snyder

Robert McKee

Lee Ann Wilson

Donna & Dennis Spatz

Linda Garlach & Duane Vonkrosigk

Jack Mueller

Natalie Winter

Tom & Gail Sundell

Tim & Georgia George

Joseph Vander Zanden

Roy & Doris Gilman

George & Betsey Nickerson

Robert & Karen Womack

Carl Wamboldt

Marlin Glasner

Sandra Norris

Kenny Wertsbaugh

Jeri Griego

Creta O’Holleran

Sidney Martin

Barbara Utermark

Susan & Roy West

VOLUNTEER

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Karla Ahrens

Carol Holland

Judy & Jim Myers

LIFE

Jeff & Susan Campbell

Tom & Patricia Johnson

Tricia Nichols

CFD Buckle Club

Val Clyncke

Mariah Johnson & Adam Kavanli

Harriet Otto

Jim & Brenda Creel

Lorraine Parvin

Betsy Gusea & Tal Gerringer

Rick & Deb Eccli Don & Sandy English Linda & Craig Farner

Joyce Alice M Kleiman

Michael Sandidge Bob & Betty Schrader

John Fountain

Joyce Kemph & Jim Leachman

Randy & Holly Girmus

Wil & Loretta Madrid

Ann Sostrom

Dolores Goodier

Mark McAfee

Conna Webber

Robert & Nancy Grant

Mike McIntosh

Charles & Jo Dell Wing

Rod & Rita Helgeson

Lois McPherson

Bailey Bishop

Rick Heimsoth Judy Kallal

Judy Sears

Harold Strack Gail Vandewark Paul Vencill

2025 Collection Donor List Nicole Gamst

Dennis Mager

Yvette Blake

Fr. Joseph Geders

J.C. Manalo

Kit Fleischli & Terry Booth

Alpha Horse Goombi

Jean & Joe Marion

Cindy Braden

The Grand Encampment Museum

Amanda Marshall

Jamie Graupmann

Dr. Gary Norwood

Buckeye Ranch Jacque Busacker Hannah Butterfield Jane Shickich Cabes Clara & Ray Cahoon

Joyce Gray Evan Green Merritt Harris

Cheyenne Frontier Days™

Mary Hartman

The Cheyenne Frontier Days™ HEELs

James B. Hattman, Sr. Tad Herz

Cheyenne Frontier Days™ Old West Museum and Staff

Tad Herz (In Honor of Ann Herz)

The 2024 CFD Western Art Show Committee (In Honor of Janet Wampler)

Dave Jennings

Hon. Bill Hill Adam Johnson Linda Johnson

Ken McCann Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame Pat Rinker The Rinker Family Julia Robinson Joe Sartino Roger Savitt Roger Schreiner Judy Sears Terry Seliga Cheryl Tuck Smith

Brad Jorgensen

Steil Surveying Services, Brad Steil, & Jeff Jones

Judy Kallal

James A. Storey III

Mike Kassel

Fran Sturgeon

David W. Davis

Dave Keiter

Anna Thompson

Denver Postcard Club (Beth Tallmadge: Club Librarian & Jennifer Simpson: Club President)

Pat Kennedy Keri Kensinger & The Kensinger Family

Kathleen Tobiassen & The Children of Edward & Leona Reinke

Ilene, Jim, & John Dinneen

Christine Kronz

The Dinneen Family

Eric E. Levin

The Epler Family

Mike Luna

Frontier Veterinary Clinic

Diane MacDougall

Jean & Jim Cochran Christy Connell Karen Oda Cotton Connie Davis

Ed Galavotti

Alice Kleiman

The Tuck Family Dottie Wallis Megan Winterfeldt Wyoming State Museum Wyoming Tribune-Eagle/Adams Publishing

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In Memoriam & Honoraria In Memory Of Betty Jane Abernathy Drs. Fred & Keren Emerich In Memory Of Jerry Carter Tad & Ann Herz In Memory Of William Lee Johnson Drs. Fred & Keren Emerich In Memory Of Theodore N. McCoy, M.D. Drs. Fred & Keren Emerich In Memory Of Elizabeth Parker-Hanson Debra Parker In Memory Of Bud Racicky Marcy Helser In Memory Of JD Romsa Donna Jo Epler In Honor Of Bill & Beth Edwards Harriett H Kazzimir In Honor Of Jim Hearn’s Birthday Jerry & Kay Jessen In Honor of Dan Hough’s CFD Hall of Fame Induction Jerry & Kay Jessen