Museums

Cody, Wyoming, located just outside the east entrance of Yellowstone National Park, is home to several fascinating museums that offer a glimpse into the rich history and culture of the American West. From the Buffalo Bill Center of the West, which houses five separate museums, to the Cody Firearms Museum and the Draper Natural History Museum, there is no shortage of exhibits to explore. Whether you’re a history buff, a nature lover, or simply curious about the West, these museums provide a unique and immersive experience that will leave you with a greater appreciation for this beautiful and rugged region of the United States. Join us as we delve into the fascinating world of the museums of Cody, Yellowstone.

Buffalo Bill Center of the West

The Center is a Smithsonian Affiliate and houses five family-friendly museu...

Buffalo Bill Dam & Visitor Center

The Buffalo Bill Dam was the tallest dam in the world when completed in 191...

By Western Hands Museum & Gallery

By Western Hands is an artisan gallery and exhibit hall. The mission is to ...

Cody Dug Up Gun Museum

Stroll through history while viewing more than thousand relic guns and othe...

Cody Heritage Museum

The Cody Heritage Museum covers the history of the town and surrounding are...

Heart Mountain WWII Interpretive Center

The Heart Mountain Interpretive Center tells the stories of Japanese Americ...

Historic Cody Mural and Museum

Beautiful mural painted on ceiling of rotunda, completed in 1951 depicting ...

Homesteader Museum

Presenting over 50 years of homesteading, community development and family ...

Meeteetse Museums

The museums feature the western photography of Charles Belden and exhibits ...

Old Trail Town and Museum of the Old West

Step back in time to the Old West of the 1890's at Old Trail Town, located ...