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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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Cody Firearms Experience

History & Culture

Shoot the guns that won the west! From flintlock to full-auto. Instructor led experience covering history, safety and live fire. Over 50 firearms. Indoor range, kids arcade and wildlife exhibit. Indoor axe throwing.

Discounts for military and seniors.

Open daily during the summer 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.

October to April – Tuesday through Saturday 11 a.m to 7 p.m., Sunday 12 p.m. – 5 p.m.

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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'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

Powell High School Veterans Memorial

History & Culture

Powell High School joined with local veterans to build a memorial honoring Powell's war veterans for years to come. Photos and biographies of 32 local veterans are featured.

Meeteetse Visitor Center

History & Culture

Come enjoy our hospitality and meet Meeteetse, Wyoming! Where outlaws rode and cattle barons ruled the land. Where wooden boardwalks, hitching rails and water troughs still line the streets. Where the rugged Absaroka Mountains meet the Wyoming Bad Lands. Wyoming’s best kept secret! Some of the best fishing, hunting, sight seeing and wildlife viewing available anywhere! Make Meeteetse your base camp for your adventure in the West! We are only 80 miles to the east entrance to Yellowstone National Park.

Meeteetse can be the restful base camp for your stay in Wyoming. And remember, watch for wildlife, especially deer as you travel in the Meeteetse area.

Buffalo Bill Center of the West

Museums

The Center is a Smithsonian Affiliate housing FIVE incredible, family-friendly museums, plus a research library, under ONE roof! The Buffalo Bill Museum, Whitney Western Art Museum, Plains Indian Museum, Draper Natural History Museum, Cody Firearms Museum, and McCracken Research Library - connecting people to the American West through history, culture, art, natural science, authentic chuckwagon dinners, live birds of prey shows, special events, expert talks, and customized exclusive tours. Center admission is good for TWO days!

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.

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.

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