COWGIRLS DECEMBER LUNCHEON- MONDAY DECEMBER 9, 2024

11:30 am - 1 PM at LITTLE AMERICA HOTEL, CHEYENNE, WY

FESTIVE CHRISTMAS & HOLIDAY LUNCHEON!

GUEST SPEAKER - To be announced

COWGIRLS NOVEMBER LUNCHEON - MONDAY NOVEMEBR 11, 2024

11:30 AM- 1 PM, AT LITTLE AMERICA HOTEL, Cheyenne, WY

GUEST SPEAKER - MIKE KASSEL, Curator, CFD Old West Museum

Presentation: Great things have small beginnings! Harvey Deselms and The Capitol Avenue Bronze Project

In 2010, Harvey Deselms had a vision of placing public art on the street corners of Cheyenne’s downtown business district. His original thought was to fill the 17th Street corridor with bronzes of animals. Inspired by how this display would enhance the community, he set to work. Progress was slow with only a few new pieces of art placed over the next decade. At that pace, a lifetime would be required to finish the project.

Then, in 2021, a fortuitous set of circumstances and the right combination of people converged and a sweeping new enterprise was born. Inspired by Harvey’s original vision, the Capitol Avenue Bronze Project blossomed into a remarkable affair that would become a testament to Wyoming’s incredible experience.

The stories of our state’s people, animals and industry have been captured in bronze and every street corner of Capitol Avenue now has a story to tell.

In a shocking period of only twenty-one months, Harvey’s vision was realized. Join Mike Kassel as he explores how this amazing project took flight and the efforts that many artists and patrons undertook to take the Capitol Avenue Bronze Project to completion- and beyond!

RESERVATIONS: Please call 307-632-2814 by the Thursday prior to each luncheon date to reserve. The public is wecome to attend our luncheons. Cost is $25 with reservation and $30 for walk-ins without a reservation. Luncheons are held the 2nd Monday of the month from September to May, at Little America Hotel, and always feature talented guest speakers who present histories of our local areas and the American West.

THE COWGIRLS MUSEUM AND EMPORIUM WILL BE OPEN ON SATURDAYS ! In November and early December, we will be open from 11 am to 3 pm on the following dates: November 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 and December 7. Come on down and enjoy bringing friends & family to visit the Museum and catch up on amazing holiday shopping at the Emporium!

COWGIRLS OCTOBER LUNCHEON- MONDAY OCTOBER 14, 2024 11:30 am- 1:00 pm

AT LITTLE AMERICA HOTEL, CHEYENNE, WY

GUEST SPEAKER: BAILEE MACKEY, MISS RODEO WYOMING 2024

We sure hope you can join us for this event as it has become our tradition to introduce you to Miss Rodeo Wyoming for the October luncheons! Bailee Mackey was blessed to have the jade and gold crown placed on her cowboy hat at the Wyoming State Fair on August 17,2023. She’ll tell us how that changed her life forever and share her adventures representing Wyoming as she travels to many communities meeting with rodeo committees, stock contractors, rodeo fans and sponsors, celebrating our western traditions and making you proud with every mile she travels. Bailee is a 5th - generation rancher from Evanston, pursuing a degree in Equine Science. She enjoys riding horses on her family ranch, working cattle, and competing in the Intermountain Reining Horse Association. You’ll enjoy hearing from this talented and lovely young woman, and be able to support & encourage her as she moves on to compete in the Miss Rodeo America competition at the NFR in December!

RESERVATIONS: Please call 307-632-2814 by the Thursday prior to the luncheon date to reserve. The public is welcome to attend our luncheons. Cost is $25 with reservation and $30 for walk-ins without a reservation. Luncheons are held the 2nd Monday of the month from September to May, at Little America Hotel, and always feature talented guest speakers who present histories of our local areas and the American West.

SEPTEMBER MONTHLY LUNCHEON- MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

11:30 am - 1 pm, at Little America Hotel, Cheyenne

GUEST SPEAKERS: JANET MARSCHNER AND KRISTIN MAGNUSON

Janet and Kristin will present a history and video of the Stone House located on Dave Berry’s Horse Creek Ranch west of Cheyenne. The Stone House, built in the 1800’s, has stood the test of time over many years. Dave Berry bought the ranch and lovingly restored the Stone House to its glory today. The Stone House on Horse Creek Ranch is beautiful, and a place for people to gather.

RESERVATIONS: Please call 307-632-2814 by Thursday, Sept. 5th to reserve. The public is welcome to attend our luncheons. Luncheon cost is $25 with reservation, and $30 for walk-ins without a reservation. Luncheons are held the 2nd Monday of the month from September to May, at Little America Hotel, starting at 11:30 a.m. Our luncheons always feature talented guest speakers who present histories of our local areas and the American West.

VISIT THE COWGIRLS MUSEUM DURING YOUR VISIT IN CHEYENNE DURING RODEO WEEK!

The MUSEUM & EMPORIUM are open during Cheyenne Frontier Days (tm) with extended hours and days:

Friday July 19- Saturday July 27: Open 9 am -5 pm.

SPECIAL EVENT: FRIDAY, JULY 26, 10-11 am: Rodeo Queens will be at the Museum for photos & autographs. Meet our visiting Rodeo Queens from several states, and learn about these amazing & talented women.

Be sure to visit our Cowgirls Museum & Emporium in historic Downtown Cheyenne! Learn all about the women who tamed the West, and those who made it a little wilder!! Featuring the Golden Age of the Rodeo Cowgirl and many more legendary western women. Plus a free viewing of a feature documentary film about the Golden Age Rodeo Cowgirls. Both the Museum & Emporium are open with extended hours & days during Rodeo Week, and our Museum is always free admission.

We hope to see you, and have a great time visiting Cheyenne!

COWGIRLS OF THE WEST BRUNCH & FASHION SHOW - 2024 ANNUAL MUSEUM FUNDRAISER

Monday, July 22, 9 am -1 pm. Little America Grand Ballroom.

HONORING: LAUREL FOGG

BRUNCH MENU: STEAK & QUICHE FASHIONS BY DILLARDS

Join us for this fabulous event as we celebrate our western heritage!

Opening events include Silent Auction, Raffle, Trader Barb Jewelry, Rodeo Queens, & much more.

TICKETS: $75 per person ( $15 per person ages 5-12; FREE for 4 years & under)

RESERVATIONS: Please call Chris Ryan: 307-631-0123 . NOTE: Reservation Deadline- July 17th.* Or Make your reservations by mail: Cowgirls of the West, PO Box 525, Cheyenne, WY 82003. Please include a list of your attendees, and payment; checks made out to Cowgirls of the West. We are a non-profit organization, and proceeds from the show go to the support of our Cowgirls Museum. *Reservations made after July 17 will be $85 per person.

SPONSOR TABLES AVAILABLE: DIAMOND SPONSOR: $1500.00 Table of 10 with premium seating, and champagne served at your table. SAPPHIRE SPONSOR: $1000.00 Table of 10 with wine served at your table.

OTHER COWGIRLS EVENTS DURING THIS WEEK: Be sure to visit our Cowgirls Museum & Emporium in historic Downtown Cheyenne! Learn all about the women who tamed the West, and those who made it a little wilder!! Featuring the Golden Age of the Rodeo Cowgirl and many more legendary western women. Plus a free viewing of a feature documentary film about the Golden Age Rodeo Cowgirls. Both the Museum & Emporium are open with extended hours & days during Rodeo Week, and our Museum is always free admission.

FRIDAY, JULY 26TH, 10-11 AM: RODEO QUEENS WILL BE AT THE MUSEUM FOR VISITING WITH YOU, PHOTOS & AUTOGRAPHS!

MAY MONTHLY LUNCHEON, MONDAY, MAY 13, 2024

11:30 am - 1 pm, at LITTLE AMERICA HOTEL, CHEYENNE

GUEST SPEAKER: MIKE KASSEL, Curator, Cheyenne Frontier Days Old West Museum

In the 1940’s, Cheyenne Frontier Days fulfilled an important role as a morale booster for the people of the Rocky Mountain Front Range. Soldiers and civilians alike delighted in the action provided by the cowboys, the ferocious stock, and came together to celebrate America in a time of war. One person who was there and captured the thrill and the color of the events was Byron Hirst, prosecuting attorney for Laramie County. An enthusiast for motion pictures and color film, Hirst captured many memorable images. Join Mike Kassel as he shares these remarkable motion pictures and witness the pride and passion of Cheyenne Frontier Days during World War Two. Mike is presenting this program of CFD in the 1940’s in honoree of Laurel Fogg, our 2024 Cowgirl Honoree! Many of you may have family & friends who were active in the CFD Rodeo world during the 1940’s. Do invite your family & friends to come to this program, and please make your reservations early!

TO MAKE RESERVATIONS: Please call 307-632-2814 by Thursday, May 9, to reserve. Luncheon is $25 with reservations, & $30 for walk-ins.

ALSO AT OUR MAY LUNCHEON: COWGIRLS EMPORIUM SALE! It’s time to shop & get yourself ready for Summer!

Pam & Jerry Cooper have returned from the market in Dallas, with beautiful new jewelry you won’t want to miss, lots of Cowgirl purses, gifts, fringe, and steer hide in glorious Spring & Summer colors! Many one-of-a-kind merchandise & gift items. Time to think BLING & have fun while you shop & support the Cowgirls Museum.

THE COWGIRLS MUSEUM IS OPEN FOR THE SEASON!

We have opened May 1st & would love to see you & your visiting family & friends stop by and learn about the accomplished & amazing cowgirls & pioneering women who tamed the American West……. & made it a little wilder too!

The Cowgirls Emporium will open June 1st.

APRIL MONTHLY LUNCHEON: MONDAY, APRIL 8, 2024

11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m., at LITTLE AMERICA HOTEL, CHEYENNE

GUEST SPEAKER & PROGRAM: SHARON LASS FIELD

Sharon Field is one of our Cowgirl members and her presentation will explore her own family’s rich history and how the women in her family ventured west to homestead. She is a former President of the Cheyenne Genealogical Society and author of several books including Fort Fetterman’s Cemetary and The History of Cheyenne, Wyoming.

Sharon is a fascinating storyteller & historian; this is sure to be a great presentation & we hope you can join us on Monday!

ABOUT OUR MONTHLY LUNCHEONS: Luncheons with guest speakers are held the 2nd Monday of the month, from September-May, at Little America Hotel, starting at 11:30. The public is welcome; reservations are needed by the Thursday prior to luncheon date. Please call 307-632-2814 to reserve. Luncheon cost is $25 with reservation, $30 for walk-ins without a reservation.

MARCH MONTHLY LUNCHEON: MONDAY, MARCH 11, 2024.

11:30 a.m.- 1 p.m. AT LITTLE AMERCIA HOTEL, CHEYENNE

MARCH PROGRAM: COWGIRLS SPRING FASHION SHOW!

Spring is in the air & you’ll really feel that way at our Spring Fashion Show! Fashions will be featured for women, men & kids from Dillard’s and from Town Square Marketplace- a new clothing, jewelry & Wyoming gift store in downtown Cheyenne. Dillard’s will also have a boutique with merchandise for sale at the show. This is always a fun event with our Cowgirls & Cowpokes doing the modeling. Come along with friends & family, & put some Spring in your step!

ABOUT OUR MONTHLY LUNCHEONS: Luncheons with guest speakers are held the 2nd Monday of the month, from September-May, at Little America Hotel, starting at 11:30. The public is welcome; reservations are needed by the Thursday prior to luncheon date. Please call 307-632-2814 to reserve. Luncheon cost is $25 with reservation, $30 for walk-ins without a reservation.

FEBRUARY MONTHLY LUNCHEON: MONDAY, FEBRUARY 12

11:30 am - 1 pm; AT LITTLE AMERCIA HOTEL, CHEYENNE

GUEST SPEAKER: MARY GUTHRIE,

EXPLORING THE WILD WYOMING BAR: A look at Pioneer Lawyers, Judges & Juries

Mary Guthrie will take us on a trip back to the early days of Cheyenne and Wyoming and present stories about the early days of lawyers, judges and juries. This will be a fun event, invite your family & friends to join us!

ABOUT OUR MONTHLY LUNCHEONS: Luncheons with guest speakers are held the 2nd Monday of the month, from September-May, at Little America Hotel, starting at 11:30. The public is welcome; reservations are needed by the Thursday prior to luncheon date. Please call 307-632-2814 to reserve. Luncheon cost is $25 with reservation, $30 for walk-ins without a reservation.

MONTHLY LUNCHEON, MONDAY DECEMBER 11, 11:30 am. Little America Hotel

GUEST SPEAKER: CHRISTINA BIRD. Special Christmas and Holiday Luncheon program

NOVEMBER 13 MONTHLY LUNCHEON: 11:30 am, Little America Hotel

GUEST SPEAKER: MIKE KASSEL, Curator, CFD Old West Museum

COWGIRL CHRISTMAS WILL BE AT THE NOVEMBER LUNCHEON: TIME TO GET YOUR JINGLE ON!

Our Holiday Jewelry & Gift Sale will be happening at the luncheon, with Dazzling jewelry from Dallas, beautiful purses , and western gift items for everyone on your list. Plus The Hat Bar and Wild J Trading will be there. Come early & shop the Cowgirl Way!

ABOUT OUR MONTHLY LUNCHEONS: Luncheons with guest speakers are held the 2nd Monday of the month, September - May, at Little America Hotel, starting at 11:30. The public is welcome to attend; reservations are needed by the Thursday prior to the luncheon date. Please call 307-632-2814 to reserve. Luncheon cost is $25 with reservation, or $30 without reservation

MONTHLY LUNCHEON, MONDAY OCTOBER 16, 11:30 am- 1 pm. Please note that our October luncheon is being held on the 3rd Monday of the month, rather than our usual 2nd Monday meeting. HELD AT LITTLE AMERICA HOTEL, CHEYENNE, WY

GUEST SPEAKER: REATA COOK, MISS RODEO WYOMING 2023.

Reata will be telling us about her path to become Miss Rodeo Wyoming and the experiences this year has brought her. We began a tradition a few years ago of having Miss Rodeo Wyoming speak at our October Luncheons, and raising funds to help her with expenses to the Miss Rodeo America pageant. Plan on attending and meeting this fine young lady!

ABOUT OUR MONTHLY LUNCHEONS: Luncheons with guest speakers are held the 2nd Monday of the month, September - May, at Little America Hotel, starting at 11:30. The public is welcome to attend; reservations are needed by the Thursday prior to the luncheon date. Please call 307-632-2814 to reserve. Luncheon cost is $25 with reservation, or $30 without reservation.

VISIT THE COWGIRLS OF THE WEST MUSEUM & EMPORIUM DURING CHEYENNE FRONTIER DAYS! (tm)

FRIDAY, JULY 28TH- MEET THE RODEO QUEENS: 9 a.m. - 10 am- AT THE COWGIRLS EMPORIUM

Meet our visiting Rodeo Queens, get autographs & photographs with these lovely and talented women from several states.

PARADE DAYS: Look for our Cowgirls Float, & wave back at our Smilin’ & Hootin’ Cowgirls!

After the parades, stroll on down to the Cowgirls Museum & learn about the amazing women who tamed the west- and those who made it a little wilder! Featuring the Golden Age of the Rodeo Cowgirl and other legendary women.

The Cowgirls Museum and Emporium are open with extended hours during this week: Through Saturday July 29, 9 am-5pm.

COWGIRLS OF THE WEST BRUNCH AND FASHION SHOW

MONDAY, JULY 24, 2023 9:00 a.m. -1:00 p.m.

LITTLE AMERICA GRAND BALLROOM - 2800 West Lincolnway, Cheyenne, WY

2023 ANNUAL FUNDRAISER - HONORING MARY WEPPNER

Celebrating the Women in Our Lives!

Join us for this fabulous event as we celebrate our western heritage!
Tickets: $75 per person. ($15 per person for ages 5-12; FREE for children under 4 years of age.) To reserve your tickets, Call Chris Ryan at 307-631-0123. Reservation deadline is July 19. For reservations made after July 19th, tickets will be $85 per person.

FASHIONS by Dillard’s and Desperado Depot.

Brunch Menu: Quiche & Ham Steaks

Opening Events Include: Silent Auction, Raffle, Trader Barb Jewelry, Rodeo Queens & Autographs.

SPONSOR TABLES: All sponsors receive acknowledgement in the program. Platinum: $5,000.00; table of 10; champagne served. Rhinestone: $1,500; table of 10; champagne served. Gold: $1,000; table of 10; wine served. Silver: $500. Two tickets.

To Make your Reservations by Mail: Please send a list of your attendees, with payment by check, to: Cowgirls of the West,

PO Box 525, Cheyenne, WY, 82003. The Cowgirls of the West Museum is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization. Donations are tax deductible, and proceeds go to the support of our Museum.

COWGIRL EVENTS DURING CHEYENNE FRONTIER DAYS (tm) : FRIDAY, JULY 28TH: Rodeo Queens & autographs, 9:30- 10 a.m. at Cowgirls of the West Emporium. PARADE DAYS: July 22, 25, 27, 29; Wave back to our Smilin’ and Hootin’ Cowgirls in our Parade Float. After the parade, stroll on down to the Cowgirls Museum & learn all about the women who tamed the West, and those who made it a little wilder! Featuring The Golden Age of the Rodeo Cowgirl and other legendary western woman.

Monthly Luncheons are held on the 2nd Monday of each month, September through May, at Little America Hotel, 2800 W. Lincolnway, Cheyenne, WY. The public is welcome to attend; reservations are needed by the Thursday prior to each luncheon. Please call 307-632-2814 to reserve. Luncheon cost is $25 with reservation, $30 at the door.

APRIL PROGRAM: GUEST SPEAKER, ED PROSSER

Mr. Prosser will be speaking about Judge John Alden Riner, who served as a member of the Wyoming Territorial Legislature Assembly and was President of the Council in 1888. He chaired the committee that wrote the Wyoming Constitution. Judge Riner was appointed as Wyoming’s first Federal District Court Judge by President Benjamin Harrison in 1890 and served in that position for 31 years. Judge Alden Riner is the great-grandfather of Ed Prosser, and Ed’s grandmother, Dorothy Riner Prosser, was the daughter of Judge Riner.

Monthly Luncheons are held on the 2nd Monday of each month, September through May, at Little America Hotel, 2800 W. Lincolnway, Cheyenne, WY. The public is welcome to attend; reservations are needed by the Thursday prior to each luncheon. Please call 307-632-2814 to reserve. Luncheon cost is $25 with reservation, $30 at the door.

MARCH LUNCHEON PROGRAM - SPRING FASHION SHOW!

This special show is always fun & will put some spring in your step & in your heart! Celebrate Springtime in the Rockies & be inspired with the latest looks that are sprouting up for women, men & children!

Featuring Fashions from Dillard’s.

Time to shed the layers of Winter & look forward to the lighter, colorful styles of Spring & Summer!