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History & Museums

For a taste of the true American West and the culture of Wyoming, head to the place founded by legendary showman “Buffalo Bill” Cody. Immerse yourself in history with over 40 sites listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Explore charming downtown Cody and don’t miss the award-winning Buffalo Bill Center of the West, where five world-class museums bring to life the region’s rich history, art, and natural wonders.

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Meeteetse Museums

Museums

The museums feature the western photography of Charles Belden and exhibits on the endangered black-footed farrets, the grizzlies "Little Wahb" and "Big Joe," information about the Ghost Town of Kirwin and artifacts from Meeteetse's past.

Homesteader Museum

Museums

Presenting over 50 years of homesteading, community development and family stories that make the Big Horn Basin a prime example of the U.S. Reclamation Act's role in settling the West.

TravelStorys

History & Culture

Explore authentic curated stories told by real people through GPS-based, self-guided audio tours.

Explore the storied wild west history of the town founded by the legendary Buffalo Bill: https://travelstorys.com/tours/historic-downtown-cody

Cody to Fishing Bridge in Yellowstone National Park—Through Wapiti, Sylvan Pass, and the East Entrance to Yellowstone: https://travelstorys.com/tours/cody-to-yellowstone

Hemingway Highways - The man the myth: https://travelstorys.com/tours/hemingway-highways-cody

Recently added Chief Joseph Scenic Byway.

Buffalo Bill Dam & Visitor Center

History & Culture

The Buffalo Bill Dam was the tallest dam in the world when completed in 1910. Today it is a National Civil Engineering Landmark. Breathtaking views, travel and local event information.

Old Trail Town and Museum of the Old West

Museums

Step back in time to the Old West of the 1890s at Old Trail Town, located on the original town site of Cody City, Wyoming. Stroll through 28 historic buildings including Butch Cassidy's Hole in the Wall Cabin and Rose William's Roadhouse. Visit the cemetery and Jeremiah Johnston's grave, and view Mountain Men monuments.

By Western Hands Museum & Gallery

Museums

By Western Hands is an artisan gallery and exhibit hall. The mission is to educate, conserve and perpetuate Western functional art and design.

Heart Mountain WWII Interpretive Center

History & Culture

The Heart Mountain Interpretive Center tells the stories of Japanese Americans confined here during WWII. The Smithsonian Affiliated and National Historic Site includes a museum, original camp structures, walking trail and military memorial.

Buffalo Bill's Wild West Spectacular the Musical

Arts & Entertainment

See the Legend of Buffalo Bill Cody; the WORLDS greatest showman to ever live and our town's namesake, come to life in this award-winning original comedic live musical at the historic Cody Theatre in downtown Cody.
Whether you are a young buckaroo or an old timer, a local or someone “not from around these here parts”; you will be entertained by action, romance, humor, perils, fights, toe tappn’, hoots & hollers, and of course acting, singing, and dancing. You’ll also meet the likes of Annie Oakley, Frank Butler, “Wild Bill” Hickok, and other historical and colorful characters from the Wild West as Buffalo Bill Cody retells the story of his world-famous Wild West Show.

2026 Summer Dates: June 17-August 8 *select days

Opening Night | Wednesday, June 17 | 7:00 pm
Closing Night | Saturday, August 8 | 7 pm

June 30-July 4 | Only at 2:00 pm

All seats reserved. Save time and money by purchasing tickets in advance online at www.codywildwestshow.com
Tickets can also be purchased at Cody Chamber, Clem's Canteen & Creamery, or at the door if any remain.

Cody Theatre; 1171 Sheridan Ave., Cody, Wyoming

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