The Prix de West Invitational Art Exhibition & Sale, running from June 6 – August 3, 2025, features more than 270 original paintings and sculptures by over 90 of the nation’s leading Western artists. From bold contemporary interpretations to timeless scenes of frontier life, this premier event offers a rare opportunity to engage with artists and explore the breadth of the American West through world-class artwork.
Please note: Friday and Saturday evening events, including cocktail receptions and the fixed-price art sale, are ticketed and registrations are closed. For information about ticket availability, contact Hannah Forman at hforman@nationalcowboymuseum.org.
Daytime events and shopping opportunities are open to the public with general Museum admission. No reservations required.
Public Schedule of Events
Friday, June 20
- 9:00 – 10:30 a.m.
Prix de West Seminar: Pencils, Brushes & Paint: Living a Dream
With Prix de West artist C. Michael Dudash - 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Shorty’s Cowboy Hattery Pop-Up Shop - 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Persimmon Hill Trunk Shows, featuring:
• Rocki Gorman Jewelry – Southwestern pieces inspired by Santa Fe
• Love Token Jewelry – Boho-meets-rock & roll design since 1988
• Pat Dahnke Western Fashion – Handcrafted, fluid style for modern elegance - 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Prix de West Seminar: Blending Cultures: My Mexican Roots and Western Inspiration
With Prix de West artist Gladys Roldán-de-Moras and curator Gabriela Gámez - 1:00 – 2:30 p.m.
Prix de West Seminar: Why Do I Like This?
With Prix de West artist Greg Beecham
Saturday, June 21
- 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Persimmon Hill Trunk Shows (see brands above) - 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Shorty’s Cowboy Hattery Pop-Up Shop - 10:00 – 11:15 a.m.
Prix de West Artist Talk: Stepping Out of the Box
With Thomas Blackshear II, 2024 Prix de West Purchase Award winner - 1:00 – 2:30 p.m.
Live Artist Demonstrations
Featuring Prix de West artists Abigail Gutting and Daniel F. Gerhartz
These public programs provide rare, behind-the-scenes insight into the creative process and a chance to engage directly with renowned artists in an intimate setting.
The full Prix de West exhibition remains on view through August 3, 2025.
To explore the event schedule and learn more, visit pdw.nationalcowboymuseum.org.
About the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum
The National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum in Oklahoma City is America’s premier institution of Western history, art and culture. Founded in 1955, the Museum preserves and interprets the evolving history of the American West through exhibitions, educational programs and dynamic collections. Home to nationally renowned events like the Prix de West and the Western Heritage Awards, the Museum continues to inspire and educate audiences of all ages. Learn more at nationalcowboymuseum.org.
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