Reading Wyoming: Community and the Western Landscape: Burlington
Tuesday, October 26, 7:00 p.m., Burlington School Library
The books in this series explore the West’s diverse areas and history, and they examine how individuals have interacted with its landscape.  Mary Keller leads the discussions.

Reading Wyoming: Writing Wyoming, Laramie
Tuesday, October 26, 7:00 p.m., Wyoming Union, Room 002
The books in this series depict what it means to live in Wyoming and explore the myth and the reality of the people and the place.  Angela Jaime leads the discussions.

Reading Wyoming: Icons: Meeteetse
Wednesday, October 27, 2:00 p.m., Meeteetse Branch Library
This series features biographies of American cultural icons.  Laura Crossett leads the discussions.

Humanities Forum: The Lady Poets: Cheyenne
Friday, October 29, 11:00 a.m., LCCC FA 113
Dorene Ludwig presents powerful and entertaining readings from the works of women poets of the United States, from Colonial times to present day.

Splendid Heritage: Perspectives on American Indian Art: Cody
On view through October 31 in the Special Exhibitions Gallery, Buffalo Bill Historical Center
Splendid Heritage: Perspectives on American Indian Art features over 140 objects of American Indian art from the Northeastern Woodlands, Plateau, and Plains regions, all of unique artistry and powerful cultural expression. Organized by the Utah Museum of Fine Arts, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, from the collection of John and Marva Warnock. Funded at the Historical Center by a grant from MetLife Foundation’s Museum and Community Connections program, the Wyoming Humanities Council, and a donation from Naoma Tate.

Reading Wyoming: Figureheads: Riverton
Monday, October 4, 7:00 p.m., Riverton Branch Library
This series features novels about politics.  Barbara Gose is the discussion leader.

Author talk and reception with Craig Johnson
Tuesday, October 5, 7:00 p.m., Eastern Wyoming College
Craig Johnson will discuss mystery writing.

Humanities Forum: Why We Took Off Our Corsets: Thermopolis
Tuesday, October 5, 6:00 p.m., Hot Springs County Museum
In this presentation Melanie O’Hara looks at East Coast women who traveled West, settled, and in the process, declared their independence from undergarments that impeded their new-found freedoms.

Reading Wyoming: Worland
Tuesday, October 5, 6:30 p.m., Washakie County Library
This series is composed of books by contemporary international writers who examine developing nations from social, cultural and political perspectives.  James Mims leads the discussions.

Humanities Forum: The Lady Poets: Cheyenne
Wednesday, October 6, 7:00 p.m., LCCC Ludden Library
Dorene Ludwig presents powerful and entertaining readings from the works of women poets of the United States, from Colonial times to present day.

Reading Wyoming: Figureheads: Lusk
Wednesday, October 6, 6:30 p.m., Niobrara County Library
This series features novels about politics.  Wayne Deahl is the discussion leader.

Reading Wyoming: Women of Mystery: Medicine Bow
Wednesday, October 6, 3:30 p.m., Medicine Bow Senior Center
This series features touch, smart, female private investigators who solve crimes involving social issues.  Margaret Garner leads the discussions.

Splendid Heritage: Perspectives on American Indian Art: Cody
On view through October 31 in the Special Exhibitions Gallery, Buffalo Bill Historical Center
Splendid Heritage: Perspectives on American Indian Art features over 140 objects of American Indian art from the Northeastern Woodlands, Plateau, and Plains regions, all of unique artistry and powerful cultural expression. Organized by the Utah Museum of Fine Arts, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, from the collection of John and Marva Warnock. Funded at the Historical Center by a grant from MetLife Foundation’s Museum and Community Connections program, the Wyoming Humanities Council, and a donation from Naoma Tate.

Mir Ali Husain

Reading Wyoming: Writing Wyoming: Ranchester
Monday, September 27, 7:00 p.m., Tongue River Branch Library
The books in this series depict what it means to live in Wyoming and explore the myth and the reality of the people and the place.  Norleen Healy leads the discussions.

Civility Matters: Reversing the Trend: Teaching Civility in an Age of Incivility
Wednesday, September 29, 7:00 p.m., Teton County Library
Presentation by President Tori-Haring Smith, Washington & Jefferson College

Faces of Addiction: Cheyenne
Thursday, September 30, 6:00 p.m., Laramie County Library
Join us for a film and discussion series about addiction, preceded by a free light supper. The films in this series are “Enron: The Smartest Guys in the Room,” “Blow,” “Maxed Out,” and “My Name is Bill W.”

Humanities Forum: Loveliness to Sell: Cody
Thursday, September 30, 8:00 p.m., Buffalo Bill Historical Center
Dorene Ludwig presents powerful and entertaining readings from the works of women poets of the United States, from Colonial times to present day.

How (Not) to Understand India Through Bollywood Film: Laramie
Thursday, September 30, 4:00 p.m., UW Classroom Building, Room 314
What are the most controversial aspects of Bollywood movies? How have the plots and characters in Bollywood movies dramatically changed after India opened its markets and changed its film distribution system? How do these films mirror and reinforce significant geopolitical shifts? The talk will answer these questions and more! Mir Ali Husain, who divides his time between NYC and Hyderabad, has written the lyrics for four films (Dor, Bombay to Bangkok, Ye Hausla, and Aashayein). He has been nominated for several Zee Cine Awards.

How (Not) to Understand India Through Bollywood Film: Laramie
Thursday, September 30, 4:00 p.m., UW Classroom Building, Room 314
What are the most controversial aspects of Bollywood movies? How have the plots and characters in Bollywood movies dramatically changed after India opened its markets and changed its film distribution system? How do these films mirror and reinforce significant geopolitical shifts? The talk will answer these questions and more! Mir Ali Husain, who divides his time between NYC and Hyderabad, has written the lyrics for four films (Dor, Bombay to Bangkok, Ye Hausla, and Aashayein). He has been nominated for several Zee Cine Awards.

Faces of Addiction: Gillette
Sunday, October 3, 1:00 p.m., Campbell County Library
Join us for a film and discussion series about addiction, preceded by a free light supper. The films in this series are “Enron: The Smartest Guys in the Room,” “Blow,” “Maxed Out,” and “My Name is Bill W.”

Splendid Heritage: Perspectives on American Indian Art: Cody
On view through October 31 in the Special Exhibitions Gallery, Buffalo Bill Historical Center
Splendid Heritage: Perspectives on American Indian Art features over 140 objects of American Indian art from the Northeastern Woodlands, Plateau, and Plains regions, all of unique artistry and powerful cultural expression. Organized by the Utah Museum of Fine Arts, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, from the collection of John and Marva Warnock. Funded at the Historical Center by a grant from MetLife Foundation’s Museum and Community Connections program, the Wyoming Humanities Council, and a donation from Naoma Tate.

Humanities Forum: Happily Ever Aftering on a 1920’s Cattle Ranch: Casper
Tuesday, September 21, 3:00 p.m., Casper College
When bestselling Wyoming novelist Caroline Lockhart decided to retire to her very own homestead, she set in motion a conflict: the happy endings of her romantic fictions and the realities of a single woman running a drought-ridden ranch.  Presented by John Clayton.

Reading Wyoming: Writing Wyoming: Laramie
Tuesday, September 21, 7:00 p.m., University of Wyoming Union, room 002
The books in this series depict what it means to live in Wyoming and explore the myth and the reality of the people and the place. Angela Jaime leads the discussions.

Reading Wyoming: Icons: Meeteetse
Wednesday, September 22, 2:00 p.m., Meeteetse Branch Library
This series features biographies of American cultural icons. Laura Crossett leads the discussions.

Faces of Addiction: Cheyenne
Thursday, September 23, 6:00 p.m., Laramie County Library
Join us for a film and discussion series about addiction, preceded by a free light supper. The films in this series are “Enron: The Smartest Guys in the Room,” “Blow,” “Maxed Out,” and “My Name is Bill W.”

Humanities Forum: Wyoming, The Energy State: Sheridan
Thursday, September 23, 7:00 p.m., Sheridan College, CTEL W 136 Presentation Hall
Duane Keown explores the history of energy development in Wyoming and looks to the future of Wyoming’s energy economy.

Reading Wyoming: Books That Endure: Baggs
Friday, September 24, 3:00 p.m., Little Snake River Valley Library
The books in this series – classics – address the great, recurring questions about human nature.  Mary Karen Solomon leads the discussions.

Equality State Book Festival: Casper
Friday, September 23 – Saturday, September 24, Casper College
Fifteen authors in Casper for panel discussions, readings and Q&A sessions.

Faces of Addiction: Gillette
Sunday, September 26, 1:00 p.m., Campbell County Library
Join us for a film and discussion series about addiction, preceded by a free light supper. The films in this series are “Enron: The Smartest Guys in the Room,” “Blow,” “Maxed Out,” and “My Name is Bill W.”

Splendid Heritage: Perspectives on American Indian Art: Cody
On view through October 31 in the Special Exhibitions Gallery, Buffalo Bill Historical Center
Splendid Heritage: Perspectives on American Indian Art features over 140 objects of American Indian art from the Northeastern Woodlands, Plateau, and Plains regions, all of unique artistry and powerful cultural expression. Organized by the Utah Museum of Fine Arts, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, from the collection of John and Marva Warnock. Funded at the Historical Center by a grant from MetLife Foundation’s Museum and Community Connections program, the Wyoming Humanities Council, and a donation from Naoma Tate.

Reading Wyoming: Figureheads: Riverton
Monday, September 13, 7:00 p.m., Riverton Branch Library
This series features novels about politics.  Barbara Gose is the discussion leader.

Reading Wyoming: Writing Wyoming: Powell
Tuesday, September 14, 6:00 p.m., Powell Branch Library
The books in this series depict what it means to live in Wyoming and explore the myth and the reality of the people and the place. Michael Konsmo leads the discussions.

Reading Wyoming: Canine Companions: Pine Bluffs
Tuesday, September 14, 7:00 p.m., Pine Bluffs Branch Library
A reading discussion series of memoirs about the relationship between man and dog, facilitated by Elaine Hayes.

Faces of Addiction: Lusk
Wednesday, September 15, 6:00 p.m., Niobrara County Library
Join us for a film and discussion series about addiction, preceded by a free light supper. The films in this series are “Enron: The Smartest Guys in the Room,” “Blow,” “Maxed Out,” and “My Name is Bill W.”

Reading Wyoming: Mirror, Mirror: Torrington
Wednesday, September 15, 7:00 p.m., Eastern Wyoming College
The plays in this series explore the meaning of the American experience and the promise of the American dream. Chris Hilton leads the discussions.

Humanities Forum: Heart Mountain Relocation Center: Mountain View
Thursday, September 16, 7:00 p.m., Mountain View Town Hall
This presentation by LaDonna Zall explores the human experience of Japanese and Japanese-Americans during their incarceration at the Heart Mountain Relocation Center during World War II. Zall will also discuss the Heart Mountain, Wyoming Foundation and its plans.

Faces of Addiction: Cheyenne
Thursday, September 16, 6:00 p.m., Laramie County Community College
Join us for a film and discussion series about addiction, preceded by a free light supper. The films in this series are “Enron: The Smartest Guys in the Room,” “Blow,” “Maxed Out,” and “My Name is Bill W.”

Reading Wyoming: Distant Neighbors: Upton
Thursday, September 16, 7:00 p.m., Upton Branch Library
These books offer different perspectives on twentieth-century Mexican history and culture, from the early days of the revolution to the end of the century. Betty Strong leads the discussions.

Humanities Forum: My Horse, My Gun, My Libraries: Sundance
Thursday, September 17, 7:00 p.m., Crook County Library
As Mabel Wilkinson, Lynne Swanson describes some of the adventures and difficulties of bringing libraries to Platte County and to the rest of Wyoming in the early 1900s.

American Civility Tour visit by National Endowment for the Humanities Chairman Jim Leach and Lecture–”Civility in a Fractured Society”                                              Saturday, September 18, 7:30 p.m., Buffalo Bill Historical Center

Faces of Addiction: Gillette
Sunday, September 19, 1:00 p.m., Campbell County Library
Join us for a film and discussion series about addiction, preceded by a free light supper. The films in this series are “Enron: The Smartest Guys in the Room,” “Blow,” “Maxed Out,” and “My Name is Bill W.”

Splendid Heritage: Perspectives on American Indian Art: Cody
On view through October 31 in the Special Exhibitions Gallery, Buffalo Bill Historical Center
Splendid Heritage: Perspectives on American Indian Art features over 140 objects of American Indian art from the Northeastern Woodlands, Plateau, and Plains regions, all of unique artistry and powerful cultural expression. Organized by the Utah Museum of Fine Arts, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, from the collection of John and Marva Warnock. Funded at the Historical Center by a grant from MetLife Foundation’s Museum and Community Connections program, the Wyoming Humanities Council, and a donation from Naoma Tate.

Humanities Forum: Stories, Songs, and Sodbusters: Sinks Canyon State Park
Tuesday, June 29, 7:00 p.m., Sinks Canyon State Park
When settlers came west, they sang of hope, adventure and Eden on the plains.  They wised up quickly, and soon their songs featured alkali, snakes and stampedes.  Presented by Bill Rossiter.

Impressions on Wyoming Lecture Series: Casper
Wednesday, June 30, 7:00 p.m., Fort Caspar Museum
“The Blizzard of 1949,” with Jim Ehrenberger.

Humanities Forum: Stories, Songs, and Sodbusters: Hulett
Wednesday, June 30, 7:00 p.m., Hulett Branch Library
When settlers came west, they sang of hope, adventure and Eden on the plains.  They wised up quickly, and soon their songs featured alkali, snakes and stampedes.  Presented by Bill Rossiter.

Splendid Heritage: Perspectives on American Indian Art: Cody
On view through September 6 in the Special Exhibitions Gallery, Buffalo Bill Historical Center
Splendid Heritage: Perspectives on American Indian Art features over 140 objects of American Indian art from the Northeastern Woodlands, Plateau, and Plains regions, all of unique artistry and powerful cultural expression. Organized by the Utah Museum of Fine Arts, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, from the collection of John and Marva Warnock. Funded at the Historical Center by a grant from MetLife Foundation’s Museum and Community Connections program, the Wyoming Humanities Council, and a donation from Naoma Tate.

Buffalo Bill’s Wild West Warriors: Photographs by Gertrude Kasebier: Cody
April 10-August 8, Buffalo Bill Historical Center, John Bunker Sands Photograph Gallery
In 1898, New York photographer Gertrude Käsebier embarked on a deeply personal project, editing a set of prints that were among the most compelling of her celebrated body of work. Käsebier was on the threshold of a career that would establish her as both the leading portraitist of her time, and an extraordinary art photographer. Her latest undertaking being inspired by viewing the grand parade of Buffalo Bill’s Wild West troupe en route to Madison Square Garden in New York. Within weeks, Käsebier began photographing, formally and informally, the Lakota (Sioux) people travelling with the show in her 5th Ave. studio. Since 1969, more than 100 of these photographs have been preserved in the Photographic History Collection in the National Museum of American History. Buffalo Bill’s Wild West Warriors: Photographs by Gertrude Käsebier represents the first time this important collection has been displayed together in over a century.  Also included are related ledger art drawings by Lakota artists, historical camera equipment, and more.

Allen True’s West: Casper
May 1-July 25, Nicolaysen Art Museum and Discovery Center,
Approximately 55 works by Allen Tupper True (1881-1955), regarded as one of Colorado’s premier native-born artists, are featured in this exhibition. True – who made a name for himself as an illustrator, fine-art painter and muralist – also left his unique mark on Wyoming state government, literally. In 1917 True painted the eight murals that adorn the House and Senate chambers of the Wyoming Capitol Building in Cheyenne. In addition, in 1935 True also designed the state’s license plate that features Wyoming’s unique bucking horse and rider.

The Perfect Fit: Shoes Tell Stories: Casper
May 1-September 12, Nicolaysen Art Museum and Discovery Center
This exhibition, which features more than 100 items from artists all over the United States plus Canada and Israel, explores the cultural meaning that shoes have. It presents imaginative objects of every size and art medium.

Impressions on Wyoming Lecture Series: Casper
Wednesday, June 23, 7:00 p.m., Fort Caspar Museum
“Forts of Wyoming,” with Jeff Barnes.

Reading Wyoming: Living With Violence: Saratoga
Wednesday, June 23, 2:00 p.m., Saratoga Public Library
A reading and discussion series that explores conflict and community in contemporary cultures, facilitated by Stephanie Jeffers.

Impressions on Wyoming Lecture Series: Casper
Wednesday, June 23, 7:00 p.m., Fort Caspar Museum
“Forts of Wyoming,” with Jeff Barnes.

Humanities Al Fresco! Jackson Hole Lecture Series: Grand Teton National Park
Thursday, June 24, 6:30 p.m., UW-NPS Research Center, AMK Ranch
“Partners in Preservation: American Studies in the Field,” with Mary Humstone. Park admission fees apply. Summer series barbeque begins at 5:30 with $5 admission.

Humanities Forum: Stories, Songs, and Sodbusters: Powell
Friday, June 25, 12:00 p.m., Powell Branch Library
When settlers came west, they sang of hope, adventure and Eden on the plains.  They wised up quickly, and soon their songs featured alkali, snakes and stampedes.  Presented by Bill Rossiter.

Splendid Heritage: Perspectives on American Indian Art: Cody
On view through September 6 in the Special Exhibitions Gallery, Buffalo Bill Historical Center
Splendid Heritage: Perspectives on American Indian Art features over 140 objects of American Indian art from the Northeastern Woodlands, Plateau, and Plains regions, all of unique artistry and powerful cultural expression. Organized by the Utah Museum of Fine Arts, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, from the collection of John and Marva Warnock. Funded at the Historical Center by a grant from MetLife Foundation’s Museum and Community Connections program, the Wyoming Humanities Council, and a donation from Naoma Tate.

Buffalo Bill’s Wild West Warriors: Photographs by Gertrude Kasebier: Cody
April 10-August 8, Buffalo Bill Historical Center, John Bunker Sands Photograph Gallery
In 1898, New York photographer Gertrude Käsebier embarked on a deeply personal project, editing a set of prints that were among the most compelling of her celebrated body of work. Käsebier was on the threshold of a career that would establish her as both the leading portraitist of her time, and an extraordinary art photographer. Her latest undertaking being inspired by viewing the grand parade of Buffalo Bill’s Wild West troupe en route to Madison Square Garden in New York. Within weeks, Käsebier began photographing, formally and informally, the Lakota (Sioux) people travelling with the show in her 5th Ave. studio. Since 1969, more than 100 of these photographs have been preserved in the Photographic History Collection in the National Museum of American History. Buffalo Bill’s Wild West Warriors: Photographs by Gertrude Käsebier represents the first time this important collection has been displayed together in over a century.  Also included are related ledger art drawings by Lakota artists, historical camera equipment, and more.

Allen True’s West: Casper
May 1-July 25, Nicolaysen Art Museum and Discovery Center,
Approximately 55 works by Allen Tupper True (1881-1955), regarded as one of Colorado’s premier native-born artists, are featured in this exhibition. True – who made a name for himself as an illustrator, fine-art painter and muralist – also left his unique mark on Wyoming state government, literally. In 1917 True painted the eight murals that adorn the House and Senate chambers of the Wyoming Capitol Building in Cheyenne. In addition, in 1935 True also designed the state’s license plate that features Wyoming’s unique bucking horse and rider.

The Perfect Fit: Shoes Tell Stories: Casper
May 1-September 12, Nicolaysen Art Museum and Discovery Center
This exhibition, which features more than 100 items from artists all over the United States plus Canada and Israel, explores the cultural meaning that shoes have. It presents imaginative objects of every size and art medium.

The Perfect Fit: Shoes Tell Stories, now at the Nic

Reading Wyoming: Living With Violence: Saratoga
Wednesday, June 2, 2:00 p.m., Saratoga Public Library
A reading and discussion series that explores conflict and community in contemporary cultures, facilitated by Stephanie Jeffers.

Humanities Forum: My Horse, My Gun, My Libraries: Big Piney
Saturday, June 5, 2:00 p.m., Green River Valley Museum
As Mabel Wilkinson, Lynne Swanson describes some of the adventures and difficulties of bringing libraries to Platte County and to the rest of Wyoming in the early 1900s.

Splendid Heritage: Perspectives on American Indian Art: Cody
On view through September 6 in the Special Exhibitions Gallery, Buffalo Bill Historical Center
Splendid Heritage: Perspectives on American Indian Art features over 140 objects of American Indian art from the Northeastern Woodlands, Plateau, and Plains regions, all of unique artistry and powerful cultural expression. Organized by the Utah Museum of Fine Arts, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, from the collection of John and Marva Warnock. Funded at the Historical Center by a grant from MetLife Foundation’s Museum and Community Connections program, the Wyoming Humanities Council, and a donation from Naoma Tate.

Buffalo Bill’s Wild West Warriors: Photographs by Gertrude Kasebier: Cody
April 10-August 8, Buffalo Bill Historical Center, John Bunker Sands Photograph Gallery
In 1898, New York photographer Gertrude Käsebier embarked on a deeply personal project, editing a set of prints that were among the most compelling of her celebrated body of work. Käsebier was on the threshold of a career that would establish her as both the leading portraitist of her time, and an extraordinary art photographer. Her latest undertaking being inspired by viewing the grand parade of Buffalo Bill’s Wild West troupe en route to Madison Square Garden in New York. Within weeks, Käsebier began photographing, formally and informally, the Lakota (Sioux) people travelling with the show in her 5th Ave. studio. Since 1969, more than 100 of these photographs have been preserved in the Photographic History Collection in the National Museum of American History. Buffalo Bill’s Wild West Warriors: Photographs by Gertrude Käsebier represents the first time this important collection has been displayed together in over a century.  Also included are related ledger art drawings by Lakota artists, historical camera equipment, and more.

Allen True’s West: Casper
May 1-July 25, Nicolaysen Art Museum and Discovery Center,
Approximately 55 works by Allen Tupper True (1881-1955), regarded as one of Colorado’s premier native-born artists, are featured in this exhibition. True – who made a name for himself as an illustrator, fine-art painter and muralist – also left his unique mark on Wyoming state government, literally. In 1917 True painted the eight murals that adorn the House and Senate chambers of the Wyoming Capitol Building in Cheyenne. In addition, in 1935 True also designed the state’s license plate that features Wyoming’s unique bucking horse and rider.

The Perfect Fit: Shoes Tell Stories: Casper
May 1-September 12, Nicolaysen Art Museum and Discovery Center
This exhibition, which features more than 100 items from artists all over the United States plus Canada and Israel, explores the cultural meaning that shoes have. It presents imaginative objects of every size and art medium.

Humanities Forum: Pronghorn Passage: Green River
Wednesday, May 17, 7:00 p.m., White Mountain Library
Emilene Ostlind and Joe Riis tell their story of walking the 150-mile migration corridor of the pronghorn antelope to document one of the world’s greatest long-distance animal migrations.

Humanities Forum: Pronghorn Passage: Cora
Wednesday, May 19, 7:00 p.m., Domek Home in Upper Green
Emilene Ostlind and Joe Riis tell their story of walking the 150-mile migration corridor of the pronghorn antelope to document one of the world’s greatest long-distance animal migrations.

Humanities Forum: Pronghorn Passage: Dubois
Thursday, May 20, 7:00 p.m., Dubois City Hall
Emilene Ostind and Joe Riis tell their story of walking the 150-mile migration corridor of the pronghorn antelope to document one of the world’s greatest long-distance animal migrations.

Buffalo Bill’s Wild West Warriors: Photographs by Gertrude Kasebier: Cody
April 10- August 8, Buffalo Bill Historical Center, John Bunker Sands Photograph Gallery
In 1898, New York photographer Gertrude Käsebier embarked on a deeply personal project, editing a set of prints that were among the most compelling of her celebrated body of work. Käsebier was on the threshold of a career that would establish her as both the leading portraitist of her time, and an extraordinary art photographer. Her latest undertaking being inspired by viewing the grand parade of Buffalo Bill’s Wild West troupe en route to Madison Square Garden in New York. Within weeks, Käsebier began photographing, formally and informally, the Lakota (Sioux) people travelling with the show in her 5th Ave. studio. Since 1969, more than 100 of these photographs have been preserved in the Photographic History Collection in the National Museum of American History. Buffalo Bill’s Wild West Warriors: Photographs by Gertrude Käsebier represents the first time this important collection has been displayed together in over a century.  Also included are related ledger art drawings by Lakota artists, historical camera equipment, and more.

Paul Dyck Plains Indian Buffalo Culture Collection Preview: Cody
Now on View at the Buffalo Bill Historical Center
Eighteen beautiful objects from the Paul Dyck Plains Indian Buffalo Culture Collection are now on view in the Plains Indian Museum Land of Many Gifts Gallery. This is the second round of objects from the collection, totaling over 2,000 artifacts, to be displayed.

Splendid Heritage: Perspectives on American Indian Art
On view through September 6 in the Special Exhibitions Gallery, Buffalo Bill Historical Center
Splendid Heritage: Perspectives on American Indian Art features over 140 objects of American Indian art from the Northeastern Woodlands, Plateau, and Plains regions, all of unique artistry and powerful cultural expression. Organized by the Utah Museum of Fine Arts, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, from the collection of John and Marva Warnock. Funded at the Historical Center by a grant from MetLife Foundation’s Museum and Community Connections program, the Wyoming Humanities Council, and a donation from Naoma Tate.

Book Discussion: Casper
Monday, May 10, 6:30 p.m., Natrona County Public Library
Register and pick up a copy of Riding the Edge of an Era: Growing Up Cowboy on the Outlaw Trail, by Diana Allen Kouris

Meet the Author: C.J. Box: Casper
Tuesday, May 11, 7 p.m., Natrona County Public Library
If you love a good outdoorsy mystery, you won’t want to miss C.J. Box’s new book, Nowhere to Run, released April 6, 2010. Meet the author, get an autograph and hear about his newest adventures at 7 p.m. in the Crawford Room. Books by the author will be available for purchase following the event.

Reading Wyoming: Community and the Western Landscape: Casper
Thursday, May 13, 6:30 p.m., Fort Caspar Museum
A reading and discussion series that explores the West’s diverse areas and history, facilitated by Nicole Bryant.

Humanities Forum: My Horse, My Gun, My Libraries: Cheyenne
Thursday, May 13, 7:00 p.m., Wyoming State Museum
As Mabel Wilkinson, Lynne Swanson describes some of the adventures and difficulties of bringing libraries to Platte County and to the rest of Wyoming in the early 1900s.

Meet the Author: John Erikson
Wednesday, May 13, 7:00 p.m., Casper
Hank the Cow Dog has become a beloved character among kids and adults alike. Children and families won’t want to miss a chance to meet author John Erickson who has written over 52 books featuring Hank, his timid sidekick Drover, his sworn enemy Pete the Barncat, and their adventures on the M-Cross ranch. Erickson books will be available for purchase after the event, and attendees are welcome to bring their own Hank the Cow Dog favorites to be signed by the author. The event will be held in the Crawford room.

Buffalo Bill’s Wild West Warriors: Photographs by Gertrude Kasebier: Cody
April 10- August 8, Buffalo Bill Historical Center, John Bunker Sands Photograph Gallery
In 1898, New York photographer Gertrude Käsebier embarked on a deeply personal project, editing a set of prints that were among the most compelling of her celebrated body of work. Käsebier was on the threshold of a career that would establish her as both the leading portraitist of her time, and an extraordinary art photographer. Her latest undertaking being inspired by viewing the grand parade of Buffalo Bill’s Wild West troupe en route to Madison Square Garden in New York. Within weeks, Käsebier began photographing, formally and informally, the Lakota (Sioux) people travelling with the show in her 5th Ave. studio. Since 1969, more than 100 of these photographs have been preserved in the Photographic History Collection in the National Museum of American History. Buffalo Bill’s Wild West Warriors: Photographs by Gertrude Käsebier represents the first time this important collection has been displayed together in over a century.  Also included are related ledger art drawings by Lakota artists, historical camera equipment, and more.

Paul Dyck Plains Indian Buffalo Culture Collection Preview: Cody
Now on View at the Buffalo Bill Historical Center
Eighteen beautiful objects from the Paul Dyck Plains Indian Buffalo Culture Collection are now on view in the Plains Indian Museum Land of Many Gifts Gallery. This is the second round of objects from the collection, totaling over 2,000 artifacts, to be displayed.

Splendid Heritage: Perspectives on American Indian Art
On view through September 6 in the Special Exhibitions Gallery, Buffalo Bill Historical Center
Splendid Heritage: Perspectives on American Indian Art features over 140 objects of American Indian art from the Northeastern Woodlands, Plateau, and Plains regions, all of unique artistry and powerful cultural expression. Organized by the Utah Museum of Fine Arts, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, from the collection of John and Marva Warnock. Funded at the Historical Center by a grant from MetLife Foundation’s Museum and Community Connections program, the Wyoming Humanities Council, and a donation from Naoma Tate.