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BoArd oF directors
Kevin Burkett
President
Randy Bruns
Vice President
Bryan Stevens
Secretary
Jean Cochran
Treasurer
Scott Meier
Past President
Members at Large
Ed Galavotti
Bill Gentle
Jeffrey Jones
Dave Keiter
Christine Kronz
Teema Tuck McIntosh
Kim Withers
stAFF
Josie Molloy, Executive Director
Mike Kassel, Assoc. Director & Curator
Bryci Achter, Volunteer Coordinator
Cody Fox, Facilities & Weekend Manager
Stephanie Gontar, Marketing Intern
Brad Jorgensen, Exhibits Manager
Jean Krause, Education Coordinator
Amanda Marshall, Art Show & Events Coordinator
Curtis Olson, Registrar
Lonnie Reese, Development Manager
Owen Reese, Collections Intern
Lori Rippinger, Executive Assistant & Bookkeeper
Cayden Sauer, Marketing Coordinator
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To preserve and share the heritage of the American West as experienced through the celebration of Cheyenne Frontier Days™.
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Amanda Marshall, Curtis Olson, and Owen Reese setting up for the 2025
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Dear Members and Donors,
It’s an exciting time here at the Museum—July marks one of the most vibrant and meaningful months of our year. As summer reaches its peak, so does the energy and activity at the Museum, and we’re thrilled to share it all with you.
Each July, we welcome more than one-third of our annual visitors through our doors. Many are in town for Cheyenne Frontier Days™, and we are proud to be part of their experience. Whether it’s their first visit or part of a long-standing tradition, guests leave with a deeper appreciation for the stories, people, and enduring spirit that define the American West and the Legacy of Cheyenne Frontier Days™.
One of the highlights of the season is the 45th Annual Western Art Show & Sale. This cherished tradition brings together an impressive collection of western artists whose work captures the landscapes, cultures, and heritage of the West. More than just an art event, the show supports the Museum through art sales and community engagement, creating a space where history and creativity come alive.
Another powerful opportunity to support the Museum is WyoGives on Wednesday, July 16. This 24-hour online giving day helps nonprofits across Wyoming. For WyoGives, we are participating in the Hughes Foundation Incentive Pool. Every donation to the Museum through the WyoGives.org platform on July 16 will be boosted by this generous $1,000,000 Incentive Pool. Your gift supports not only our exhibitions, but also our growing education programs and our future Education Center. It will also help us bring a new international exhibit in 2026- Aloha Vaqueros. This special traveling exhibit focuses on the fascinating history of the paniolos—Hawaiian cowboys—and their connection to the broader history of cattle ranching, especially in the American West. It highlights the unexpected yet powerful ties between Mexico’s legendary vaqueros and Hawaii’s paniolo cowboys.
This summer has already been one for the record books. So far, our admission rate is up 26% over last year, and we’re eager to keep that momentum going—let’s set a new record for July! We’ve launched new exhibits including a tribute to Miss Frontiers through the decades, a fresh look at Cheyenne Frontier Days™ history, and a special exhibit honoring the legendary performers who have graced the CFD Frontier Night Shows.
Our educational programs are also thriving. Participation is at an all-time high, and new initiatives like Family Day are drawing enthusiastic crowds. Behind the scenes, our dedicated staff is working hard to preserve our collection and plan exciting new exhibitions for the future.
As a member and donor, you are at the heart of our mission. Thank you for supporting us in telling the stories of the American West and preserving our Western Heritage. We hope you’ll join us in making July a time of giving, gathering, and growing—together. Visit the Museum, attend the Art Show, and consider making a gift on WyoGives Day. We couldn’t do it without you.
Warm Regards,
Josie Molloy, Executive Director
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45 Years of Celebrating Western Art
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This summer marks the 45th anniversary of the Cheyenne Frontier Days™ Western Art Show and we’re pulling out all the stops to make it one of the most memorable celebrations yet! From stunning new art to exclusive experiences, this year’s event is shaping up to be something truly special.
We are proud to feature 56 premier western artists, including eight new artists making their debut in the show. Guests can look forward to over 200 original pieces of Western art for sale – ranging from paintings and sculpture to mixed median and drawings.
The show will be open from July 17 to August 10. The Opening Reception is a separately ticketed event, the art show will be open to the public with regular Museum admission throughout its duration.
Opening Reception
The celebration begins at 3pm on July 17th with the Opening Reception. This year we are excited to introduce a new element to the event: a collaboration with Trent Johnson of Greeley Hat Works.
Throughout the evening, Trent will present the “Greeley Hat Works Experience,” offering guests a firsthand look at the artistry and heritage of custom hat making. Attendees will have the chance to:
- Be measured for their own custom hat
- Shop pre-made hats and accessories
- Purchase and be fitted for one of 45 limited-edition hats, designed exclusively for this year’s CFD 45th Western Art Show
Of course, no Opening Reception would be complete without the cocktail hour at the Governor’s Mansion. Please note: due to the construction of Morning Star Indian Village, the bus route and parking arrangements for the event will be slightly different this year, so be sure to watch your inbox and follow us on social media for updates.
After returning to the Museum, it’s time for the main event - art sales. The first 30 minutes are reserved for Jump-the-Gun sales, where guests can immediately purchase artwork at a premium. After that, sales switch to regular pricing, with pieces sold through a draw system.
The evening wraps up with delicious dinner and drinks, plus the opportunity to chat with our artists and fellow patrons in a lively, art-filled atmosphere. It’s the perfect way to celebrate 45 years of Western creativity and culture.
Tickets for the Opening Reception are on sale now. Make sure you don’t miss one of the most anticipated art events of the Summer. You may purchase tickets at https://cfdartshow.com/
1. The Night Watch, Laurie Lee, Oil 2. Moondog 2, Cody Kuehl, Acrylics on Plexi & Panel 3. Even Cowboys Get To Dream, Marlin Rotach, Watercolor 4. Balance and Trust,
Chris Navarro, Bronze 5. Garza County Traffic Jam, Gary Ward, Oil
1. A Moment to Oneself, Ron Swearingen, Pastel
2. Down the Canyon, Daniel Hachard, Acrylic
3. Tromping through the Trout, Don Weller, Oil 4. Pasture with Wild Irises, Linda Lillegraven, Oil 5. Exploring My World, Mary Lou Pape, Oil 6. Ropin’ the Paint, Greg Mayse, Oil 7. Set for the Night, Audrie Mergelman, Oil 8. A Walk Among the Aspens, Daniel Knepper, Oil 9. Horsetail Sunrise, Tom Lockhart, Oil 10. American Icon, Pat Pauley, Oil
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The Good Ol’ Summertime
Do you know what Art Uncork’d and the Cowkid Camp have in common? Believe it or not: alcohol! Not the sipping kind, of course! At Art Uncork’d, it helped create floral masterpieces through alcohol and ink, and it was our secret weapon for cleaning tables at Cowkid Camp (there’s nothing like a kid shouting, “Hey Ms. Jean, I need more alcohol”)! Who knew programming could be so spirited?
At Art Uncork’d in the beginning of June, we welcomed Molly Box back for an intriguing night of alcohol ink painting. It is such a unique medium and everyone had so much fun learning how to do it. Each person went home with a distinctive floral creation.
The Historic Ranch Tour on June 28th was fascinating and drew quite a few new faces! We enjoyed our box lunches on the lovely patios at the Horse Creek Cattle Company. Dave Berry was such a knowledgeable host and shared lots of history, documents, and photos.
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The ranch is beautiful and has been restored to create an amazing event center.
Cowkid Camp was a week to be remembered! We had some great guests including Dottie Packard’s herding dogs and steers, Bill Gentle for some roping lessons, Sabine McClintock came to teach us watercolors, and J.D. Cathcart taught us how to be rodeo bullfighters. In addition we had a great field trip to Pine Ranch out by Carpenter. We brushed horses, milked goats, played with puppies and kittens, and cuddled the baby goats. They are open to the public for riding lessons and also sell fresh farm products!
In the Programming Department we recently enjoyed a wonderful night of country dance instruction, taught by David Urquedez, followed by a delicious barbeque dinner catered by A & B Barbeque. Guests were encouraged to stay and dance the night away after dinner. A ‘swinging time’ was had by all!
Cowkid Camp
Country Dance Night
Family Day
This was our very first Family Day at the Museum and it was a lively celebration of learning, laughter, and community spirit. Throughout the day, the galleries came alive with the sounds of children exploring, families creating, and volunteers guiding guests through a variety of hands-on activities. From cowboy vest crafts and Miss Frontier sashes to roping, obstacle courses, shooting galleries, and scavenger hunts, every corner of the Museum offered something engaging for visitors of all ages.
What truly made the day shine was the enthusiasm and dedication of our volunteers. Whether setting up tables, helping kids with art projects, cooking hot dogs, or simply offering directions with a smile, their presence helped everything run smoothly and feel welcoming. The personal touches — a friendly welcome at the door, patient help with crafts, or a shared
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laugh over a finished project — made the experience special for so many families.
Events like Family Day reflect the heart of the Museum’s mission: to educate, inspire, and connect through shared experiences. Thanks to the time and talents of our volunteers, that mission was brought to life in a way that deeply resonated with our guests. We’re so grateful to everyone who helped make the day such a joyful success.
Volunteer Roundup
Summer Highlights and What’s Ahead
We’ve had a fun and busy stretch at the Museum, and it’s all thanks to you — our amazing volunteers. Your energy, creativity, and willingness to jump in wherever needed make everything we do possible. We’re especially excited to have your help during Cheyenne Frontier Days™. It’s the biggest event of the year, and we couldn’t do it without you.
Family Day was a wonderful success, and that’s entirely because of the heart you put into it. From craft tables and activity stations to greeting families and keeping things running smoothly, your efforts created a joyful day that visitors won’t forget.
In June, we hit the road for our volunteer field trip to the University of Wyoming Planetarium. The Constellations Across Cultures show was a fascinating dive into how different people around the world view the stars, and it was a great way to spend time together and learn something new.
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Our docent trainings have also been going strong. Whether you’re new to the Museum or have been around for years, it’s been fantastic to see so many of you sharpening your skills, asking great questions, and sharing ideas. You make our tours special, and we appreciate the time you put into being knowledgeable and welcoming guides.
We’re on the lookout for a few more weekend volunteers, so if you have a free Saturday or Sunday coming up, let us know. Even just one shift makes a big difference.
Keep an eye out for upcoming volunteer opportunities, and never hesitate to reach out if there’s something you’d like to help with. We’re always happy to find a spot for you.
Meet Marketing Coordinator: Cayden Sauer
By: Bryci Achter
The Cheyenne Frontier Days™ Old West Museum is excited to welcome Cayden Sauer (pronounced “Sour” — like the candy) as our new Marketing Coordinator. Born in Florida and raised in South Korea, Cayden brings a fresh and well-rounded perspective to the team. She recently relocated to Cheyenne from Manhattan, New York, with her husband Joe, who is currently serving as an officer at F.E. Warren Air Force Base.
Cayden holds a degree in Integrated Design and Media from New York University, a program that combines storytelling, digital design, and communication strategy. At the Museum, she leads marketing efforts, crafting visuals and narratives that spotlight exhibitions, events, and the heart of our mission.
Meet our Interns!
Owen received a B.S. in Political Science from the University of Wyoming in the summer of 2024 and will be beginning a master’s program this fall. Outside of academics, he enjoys gardening and reading. His connection to Cheyenne Frontier Days™ and the Old West Museum runs deep and has played a significant role in shaping his identity. Owen’s mother, Amiee Reese, managed the Museum for many years and often “volunteered” his teenage self into service. He began with mop duty after Western Spirit and eventually worked his way up to serving as a counselor for our Cowkid and Western Art Camps, as well as working the front desk. Owen is now excited to continue his journey at the Museum as a collections intern.
Stephanie Gontar
Owen Reese
Stephanie Gontar is a marketing intern at the Cheyenne Frontier Days™ Old West Museum. In her free time, she enjoys drawing and painting just about anything. She also loves listening to classic rock from the ’70s and ’80s, alternative rock, and playing her guitar. Occasionally, she likes to relax with video games when the mood strikes.
Stephanie enjoys staying busy, learning new things, and setting personal goals to keep growing. She always gives her best effort and is excited to be part of the Cheyenne Frontier Days™ Old West Museum team, where she looks forward to learning as much as she can during her time at the Museum.
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Hello Museum members,
Summer 2025 Exhibits Corner
Welcome back to the Exhibits Corner!
Summer is nearly here, which means Cheyenne Frontier Days™ is just around the corner—and we’ve been working non-stop to make this one of our most exciting exhibit seasons yet.
Cheyenne Room: A Timeline 129 Years in the Making
By the end of June, our new cornerstone exhibit Cheyenne Frontier Days™ History: 1897–2025 will open in the Cheyenne Room. This massive installation takes you through 128 years of Frontier Days history, told through seven themed sections:
Rodeo Evolution & Arena Events – From bronc busting in 1897 to the debut of Extreme Bull Riding in 2025, see how rodeo events have grown, changed, and captured the hearts of generations.
Parade, Pageantry & Royalty – Relive the splendor of CFD parades, legendary floats, and royal reigns—beginning with the first Miss Frontier in 1931.
CFD Infrastructure & Grounds Development – Trace the evolution of Frontier Park itself, from dusty arenas and wooden bleachers to the high-tech, multi-use facilities we have today.
Celebrity Appearances & Media Exposure
– Presidents, movie stars, and country legends—this section celebrates the famous figures who helped put CFD on the map.
Railroads, Transportation & National Reach – How did people get here? With a little help from Union Pacific, The Denver Post Train,
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and a whole lot of stagecoaches.
Organizational Milestones & Volunteer Impact – Learn about the people behind the curtain: from committee founders to the HEELs, W-HEELS, Wagon Doctors, and other volunteers who make the magic happen.
Tradition & Cultural Additions – From pancake breakfasts to the Indian Village, explore the beloved traditions that give CFD its community spirit and cultural roots.
This exhibit is the result of years of research, planning, and collaboration—and we’re proud to finally share it with you.
Vandewark Room: Stepping Back 100 Years
Our second-largest gallery space is also getting a full summer makeover. Inside the Vandewark Room, you’ll find:
CFD in 1925 – Explore what Cheyenne Frontier Days looked like a century ago through original artifacts, rodeo programs, and period photographs.
W-HEELS Exhibit – Celebrating a century of the W-HEELS organization, this exhibit highlights their parade contributions, carriage work, and volunteer legacy.
Year of the Bull – This year’s CFD theme comes alive in an immersive exhibit about the history, science, and spirit of bull riding—plus tributes to legendary bulls and riders.
Chris LeDoux & Lane Frost – Two iconic figures of rodeo and Western culture are featured in special displays. This year, we’re thrilled to include never-before-seen artifacts loaned to us by the Frost family.
Exhibits
Coming in July: Kensinger Legacy Exhibit
Later this summer, we will debut a heartfelt tribute to two Frontier Days legends—Don and Arlene Kensinger. This exhibit will be both physical and digital. Inside the museum, you’ll find never-before-displayed photos, artifacts, and personal stories. Through our new digital kiosk (and online exhibit launching simultaneously), visitors can listen to interviews with the people who knew the Kensingers best. Their story—both at CFD and in life—is one worth telling, and we’re proud to do it justice.
Rotunda: Music, Memories, and the 2025 Hall of Fame
The Rotunda is getting a double feature this summer. First, we’ll be updating the CFD Hall of Fame exhibit to include the class of 2025 inductees. This year’s group features some incredible figures and never-before-seen artifacts.
Next, we’ll debut our Contract Acts exhibit, spotlighting the Romeo Family and their company, Romeo Entertainment. This group has helped shape the Frontier Nights concert series into the phenomenon it is today. And yes, the rumors are true,—you’ll be able to view a custom-built stage right here in the Rotunda to celebrate some of CFD’s greatest musical legends, including Reba McEntire, Charlie Daniels, and Chris LeDoux.
This summer’s exhibit season is one of the biggest and most meaningful we’ve ever planned. Whether you’re revisiting old memories, discovering new stories, or learning something unexpected, we hope you find something that makes you smile, pause, and say, “Wow—I didn’t know that.”
As always, thank you for being a part of our Museum family. We can’t wait to see you here this summer.
Best wishes, Brad Jorgensen – Exhibits
Thank you to all of the volunteers who have helped put this stage together!
A sneak peek into out Miss Frontier exhibit!
Hall of Fame
2025 Hall of Fame Inductees
The Cheyenne Frontier Days™ Hall of Fame Committee is pleased to announce the distinguished individuals and groups selected for induction in 2025. These honorees have each made a lasting impact on the legacy of Cheyenne Frontier Days™.
A full look at each inductee’s story will be featured in our upcoming Fall Edition - but for now, we’re excited to share this year’s list of inductees.
Volunteers:
Fred Emerich
Dan Hough
Contestants:
Walter Linderman & Scottie
Billy B. Weeks
Contract Personnel:
Dan & Linda Hubbell
Scott Walton
Entertainer:
Toby Keith
Family:
The James “Jim” Ward Family
Historic Notable: Patrick Gottsch
Fred Emerich
Dan Hough
Walter Linderman
The James “Jim” Ward Family
Patrick Gottsch
Scott Walton
Toby Keith
Billy B. Weeks
Linda & Dan Hubbell
Scottie
A BroAdcAst Across the PlAins
1925 – An Eventful Cheyenne Frontier Days Celebration.
One hundred years ago, Cheyenne Frontier Days™ experienced one of its most unusual celebrations yet. For decades, the show had grown in popularity and size, far exceeding what the town had anticipated in 1897. Already renowned around the world, it was a year that would bring new fame, and unforeseen challenges. Everyone seemed to want to be part of the action, and some got more than they bargained for.
In January, the City of Cheyenne was surprised by the visit of the Notre Dame football team, fresh from their victory at the Rose Bowl. The team, led by their coach Knute Rockne, was making a brief stopover on the way to Denver and were given an unusual fete by the Chamber of Commerce. The members of the team were each given a cowboy hat and then given a short parade through the business district aboard two stagecoaches that had been used by Cheyenne Frontier Days™. A large crowd turned out for the team as they rode by, and after a brief lunch on the train, the team headed on.
On the Evening of May 4, the town turned out for a brief visit by famed silent western movie star William S. Hart. Attired in full cowboy regalia, Hart was greeted enthusiastically, and he returned the favor. Hart posed in front of the Overland stagecoach “Kit Carson” on the Union Pacific Depot Grounds with his guns drawn. When the pictures were concluded, he fired his pistols into the air to the delight of the crowd. The CFD Committee invited the celebrity to attend the celebration that summer and the actor stated that he intended to do so. Hart went further; he pledged to send $1,500 to buy a trophy for the winner of Champion Saddle Bronc Competition. Hart had one last display of generosity when he gave the reception committee fifty dollars and asked them to give the youngsters in the crowd a treat on him. With that, Hart boarded
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the train and continued on his way to Los Angeles. True to his word, $1,500 arrived the next day for the purchase of a trophy. The prize was unusual. Instead of a traditional cup, saddle or buckle, it was to be a statue of the famous actor himself, complete with his signature two-gun look; one of his pistols drawn and the other at the ready.
On May 15, it was announced that three days later, CFD would be advertised through the airwaves for the first time. KOA Radio of Denver was going to hold a special live broadcast to spur interest in the celebration by hosting a two-hour program featuring the musical talent of Cheyenne. The Cheyenne Lions Quartet was to sing several numbers, Alice Clark Ross was to be the violin soloist, Alice Larimer Connett was the contralto and Margeurite McIntosh Boice, founder of the W-HEELs, was the star soprano. All of them were upstaged by Wyoming’s new governor, Nellie Tayloe Ross, who gave the audience an open invitation to come see the “Daddy of ‘Em All” and to enjoy the rest of the virtues that Colorado’s northern neighbor had to offer. It was her first time speaking on the radio. Cheyenne newspapers exclaimed that this single broadcast was the single greatest publicity event ever achieved by the City of Cheyenne.
To conclude the month of May, the Cheyenne Chamber of Commerce held a small “booster” CFD for more than two-thousand Shriners from the Chicago Medina Temple that were on their way to their national convention in Los Angeles. A huge parade of over four thousand participants marched from the Depot to the State Capitol, where they were addressed by Governor Ross before being driven to Frontier Park. The people of Cheyenne were asked to donate their cars and drive the visitors to the fair grounds. Over two hundred cars were necessary to make the affair move smoothly. In June, it was announced that Vice President Charles G. Dawes would be attending the
rodeo after he received a personal invitation from Senator Francis E. Warren. It was also announced that the James Cruz Company would be in Cheyenne to film a motion picture called “The Pony Express” on the Irwin Ranch five miles north of Cheyenne. The company would be bringing over 350 Sioux from South Dakota, all of whom could participate in the CFD festivities while not on set. This was seven times the usual number of Sioux coming to perform at the rodeo. When the film company, 142 strong, arrived on July 12, the town gave the crew a warm welcome, and the stars got to ride in a stagecoach as well. Wallace Beery, Ernest Torrence and Ricardo Cordez waved from inside the stagecoach and Betty Compson rode up with the driver. They were escorted by many of the cowboys that would appear only a couple of weeks later at CFD.
At the park, a new “announcer set” that would improve the ability of the crowd to hear the announcer was nearly complete. This was the second attempt to put in a public address system at the park. Installed by the Mountain States Telephone and Telegraph Company, it consisted of seventeen horns, ranging in size from ten and a half feet long (aimed at the north and south side bleachers), six feet long (aimed at the main grandstands) and four smaller ones (aimed at the chutes and corrals), mounted atop a tower forty-five feet tall placed east of the grandstands on the far side of the arena. The new system was theoretically capable of amplifying the human voice two thousand times and could be clearly heard up to four miles away in every direction. A public test in Denver shortly before had prompted a police officer to be dispatched to shut it down. Apparently, the engineers testing the system had been playing a record and drowned out a live concert a mile away. For the rodeo, John C. Fleming would be the announcer that would bring the beast to life with his announcements.
On July 21st Cheyenne Frontier Days™ kicked off with great throngs coming for the experience of a lifetime. On hand were the mayor of Denver and his cabinet, arriving as guests of the city of Cheyenne, as were the cast of movie stars from the nearby film
set. As the crowds took their seats for the opening show, Mable Strickland led the entry procession holding an American flag while balanced atop two horses. She was followed by Nellie Tayloe Ross. Ross later addressed the crowd with the aid of the new sound system. People would recall later that they could barely hear her. Apparently, Wyoming’s wind proved more powerful than the vaunted sound system and the governor was barely audible over the breeze. CFD would be looking for another sound alternative in 1926. As for the contests, many excellent performances were turned in by Mable Strickland on the bronco Watch Mei, Bob Crosby in Bulldogging and Billie Wilkinson for his spectacular steer roping performance. The rodeo wasn’t without mishaps, however.
What also came to call at the opening of Cheyenne Frontier Days™ was the rain. Torrents had fallen the night before and left the arena in a very muddy condition. One horse and rider from the 13th Cavalry fell during the musical drill, but otherwise the show continued as expected. Ed McCarty’s horse slipped in a mud hole just as his rope tightened on his steer. Ed was thrown and “plowed out a nice furrow in the ground for some distance. He got up covered with mud and looking more like a large piece of prairie than a cowpuncher.”
Eager for more, the crowds returned on the next day hoping for even greater action. Some got more than they bargained for. Prior to the show, a light rain left the arena “slick,” according to the Wyoming State Tribune. Undaunted, the show continued as it always did. The bucking contest was ferocious and the steer wrestlers had a difficult time throwing their steers. The steer ropers did much better with no time over 19 seconds being scored. Mable Strickland had a close call while doing trick and fancy roping when she fell off her horse while attempting to crawl under its belly. She was narrowly missed by its hooves. During the wild horse race, one animal broke through the fence in front of the grandstand and “tore around in a lively fashion” for a time. At 2:45 pm, disaster struck.
With the crack of timber and the startled
screams of the spectators, the bleachers in front of the wooden grandstand collapsed. According to witnesses, the bleachers “folded down” collapsing sideways. 300 people were thrown to the ground in a pile of bodies and timber. Several people were pinned between the folding tiers of seats. Soldiers from Troop C of the 13th Cavalry and Troop G of the 14th Cavalry were on the scene within seconds and immediately worked to restore order with the crowd gathered around the scene and to extricate the trapped and injured. Operating with cool efficiency, the troops removed debris pinning the victims and within minutes two to three hundred troops had cordoned off the area while the delicate process proceeded. The hospital unit from Fort D. A. Russell, which was already on hand for the rodeo, provided immediate first aid to sufferers and quickly organized the transport of the injured to Memorial Hospital. There, seven doctors busily treated the 26 victims that needed their attention, and by the end of the day, only eleven remained in their care, the rest being released. Most had received bruises, cuts or sprains, but others suffered broken arms and legs. One man, Harry Hutchinson of Beaumont, Texas, was taken to Denver for specialized treatment. At
first it was believed that he suffered bad leg injuries, but it was discerned that he instead suffered severe spine damage. Fortunately, his injuries were not as severe as feared and he returned home a few days later.
To the credit of the crowd, the spectators quickly regained their composure. As in theater, the show must go on, and so it did. Shortly after the injured were retrieved and the debris rapidly cleared away, the more than two hundred uninjured victims of the collapse were shown to seats in the steel grandstands and the rodeo resumed. The crowds were thrilled with undimmed performances of animals and athletes alike. The Wild Cow Milking contest gained the most amusement as a herd of cows, and a herd of cowboys were let loose in the arena in a tangle of ropes, colliding bodies and mad scrambles. The Wild Horse Race also didn’t disappoint, but several people had to rush for cover. Despite warnings to stay away from the track fence, several spectators had to dash out of the way when an untamable bronc smashed down a twelve-foot section. In another incident during the Brahma Steer Bucking Contest, one of the animals got loose and charged
From left to right (Front) Governor Nellie Tayloe Ross, Vice President Charles G. Dawes, Mrs. Dawes, Senator Francis E. Warren
into another set of bleachers. For those who didn’t see what was going on, the commotion led them to believe that another section of bleachers had collapsed. Fortunately, this wasn’t true and no one was injured.
On the final day of Frontier Days, Vice President Dawes made his appearance. Greeting the attending crowd of seventeen thousand he spoke over the loud speakers:
“You know, I have no use for politicians, but I do admire bronchos. Bronchos, unlike politicians, have opinions, courage and sincerity. A broncho has also a very decided opinion concerning being ridden. That is an admirable quality of the American people – it is not a good thing to permit anyone to ‘ride’ you.”
The Sioux then initiated Dawes and Governor Ross into the tribe. Ross was made a princess and Dawes was made chief “White Father Number Two.”
The day proved drier and the action proved fast and furious. Again, the bleachers got special attention early in the show when a wild steer charged into the north side bleachers that were occupied by a score of visiting Sioux and several hundred others. The animal got up to the fifth row, stopped by a Sioux woman and then retreated without touching anyone.
With no further incidents, the contests came to a conclusion and the winners were announced. Billie Wilkinson of Horse Creek, Wyoming won the Saddle Bronc Competition, entitling him to the Union Pacific Saddle, and William S. Hart Trophy. He took the saddle, but left the trophy in Cheyenne where it graced the Cheyenne Chamber of Commerce offices for several years. Sixteenyear-old Gene Krieg of Holly, Colorado won the Women’s Bucking Championship. It was her first contest. Tad Lucas won the Trick and Fancy Roping prize. Ed L. Herrian of Antrock, Nebraska won the All-Around Cowboy Championship after making good scores in Saddle Bronc and Steer Roping. This also entitled him to win the Coveted Roosvelt Trophy. To win, a cowboy had to enter and qualify in at least two of three events: saddle bronc, steer roping and steer wrestling in both Pendleton and Cheyenne.
With the conclusion of the show, the crowds dispersed and many left feeling they had seen a Cheyenne Frontier Days™ like no other. A few
days later, the filming of The Pony Express also concluded and Cheyenne returned to normal. While most people left the experience of the Summer of 1925 satisfied, the leaders of Cheyenne Chamber of Commerce began a period of deep introspection.
After twenty-nine years of successful shows, this was the first where a calamity of any magnitude had taken place. In 1924, the idea was advanced that CFD should take some of its proceeds, which generally had gone to causes and purposes outside of CFD, and re-invest in the park. The collapse of the bleachers underscored the need for this effort. Reports shortly after the disaster had determined that the cause of the collapse was the lack of footings with the timber sitting unsupported in soft ground. This had only been made worse by the water from the rainfall the previous night. Complaints had been frequent that the old wooden bleachers were unsightly and uncomfortable, but no one had suspected that they were dangerous. With ever-growing crowds that promised to expand further in future years, new seating in the form of steel grandstands was obviously required.
By September, a long list of improvements to the park were recommended. These included new fences to protect pedestrians from the growing automobile traffic at the park, improved roadways and parking locations for taxis, the removal of the old and unused wooden Union Pacific grandstand (which had been moved from the original fairgrounds) and the installation of new sanitary facilities that utilized the city sewer system and toilets instead of the latrines that had been in use since 1908. The biggest improvement was to be with the seating. The covered bleachers to the south of the steel grandstand were to be torn down and replaced with a suitable steel and concrete structure. Concrete footings were to be placed under all remaining wooden bleachers, and a section of bleachers would be moved to the east end of the arena near the bucking chutes. These were to be for the use of the contestants during the show. The biggest change was that the profits from each Frontier Days would first be diverted to the maintenance of the park from that moment on. Also, a permanent manager would be hired to oversee the park and attend to its needs, and the maintenance would be undertaken year-round. It was the beginning of a system that has endured through today and is the lasting legacy of the CFD of 1925.
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Joannides Family Foundation
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Debbie Reber
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Mandolin Anderson
Artesian Park, LLC
Bill Beaman
Lorrell Bellotti
Scott & Kaye Binning
Gene Bryan
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Lucky & Patty Burbach
Jacqueline Busacker
G. William & Ann Carpender
Christine Kronz Photographer, LLC
Brad & Shirley Churchill
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Charles DeFond
Barbara Dilts
Linda Doering
Terry & Kelly Ruiz Etch It Up
David Foreman
William & Susan Gentle
Lois & Wayne Hansen
Stan & Mary Hartman
Marcy Helser
James Hofius
Norman & Eva Jeanne Holmes
Carey Hosterman
Chris Hughes
Gary & Pam Imig
Jerry & Kay Jessen
Alan Johnson
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Gary & Stina Kayser
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Richard & Ronda Kolinske
Greggory & Kimberly Lamb
Marsh and Ellis Ranch, LLC
Blaine & Vicki McAlpin
Ken & Carolyn McCann
Dave & Helen McCracken
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Eric Nordberg
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Michael & Tiffany Smith
Scott Meier & Amy Smith-Meier
John & Kathy Steil
Janet McLean & Marcia Swisher
Randy Byers TDSI - The Design Studio, Inc.
Dr. Richard and Dorothy Torkelson
Dottie Wallis
Dr. Russell & Barbara Williams
John & Lynn Winkler
John & Pam Winter, II
Kathy Wright
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Jo Ferguson
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James Storey III
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Aaron Anderson
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JJ Chen & Tracie Caller
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Harris & Jeannine Jones
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Dr. R.C. & Marcia Mead
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University of WY Library
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James Storey III
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Jim & Peggy Hearne
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