Annual exhibition & sale gives collectors the opportunity to support and preserve master Western craftsmanship

(OKLAHOMA CITY, July 15, 2026) – Nineteen cowboy artisans will exhibit more than 60 original works during the 27th annual Traditional Cowboy Arts Association Exhibition & Sale, presented by Nadine and Alan Levin, at the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum in Oklahoma City.

The TCAA Art Sale Weekend takes place September 25-26, 2026, with both public programs that are free with museum admission and separately ticketed events.

The first ticketed event is the TCAA Exclusive Preview Cocktail Reception on Friday, September 25, at 5:30 p.m. The second ticketed event is on Saturday evening, September 26, beginning with the Art Sale, which starts at 5:30 p.m. and includes cocktails, the ballot drop, and the fixed-price art draw. The final ticketed event is the TCAA Closing Celebration Dinner, which starts at 7:30 p.m.

The exhibition opens to the public September 12, 2026, and remains on view at the Museum through October 18, 2026. Unsold pieces will be available for purchase through the close of the exhibition.

Members of the Traditional Cowboy Arts Association (TCAA) are master artists in saddlemaking, bit and spur making, silversmithing and rawhide braiding. Rooted in the traditions of the working West, they create handcrafted, one-of-a-kind pieces that unite function, beauty and skill.

“Since 1999, the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum has proudly hosted the TCAA’s annual showcase of handcrafted works that keep Western craftsmanship alive,” said Pat Fitzgerald, CEO of the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum. “Each TCAA member represents the highest standard in the traditional cowboy arts, honoring the tools, skills and traditions of the working West while helping carry these important art forms forward.”

While traditional techniques remain central to their work, TCAA artists continue to push the boundaries of the cowboy arts, creating pieces recognized as leading examples of contemporary Western craftsmanship.

The 2026 exhibition features work by the TCAA’s active and emeritus members, as well as fellowship recipients. Through its fellowship program, the TCAA supports emerging makers by pairing a craftsperson with an established artist for a year of mentorship and covering associated costs.

Schedule of Events

The full schedule of events for the 27th annual Traditional Cowboy Arts Association Exhibition & Sale includes:

Friday, September 25, 2026

10 a.m. | Exhibition Galleries
Exhibition Opens
The TCAA Exhibition opens to the public and is included with Museum admission.

5:30 p.m. | Exhibition Galleries
TCAA Exclusive Preview Cocktail Reception
Open to the public but advance tickets required.

Saturday, September 26, 2026

10:15 a.m. | Boardroom
Panel Discussion with TCAA Members
Open to the public and included with Museum admission.

11 a.m. | Boardroom
“California Rose” Viewing and Q&A
Open to the public and included with Museum admission.

5:30 p.m. | Exhibition Galleries
Cocktails in the Galleries and Ballot Drop
Open to the public but advance tickets required.

6:30 p.m. | Exhibition Galleries
Fixed-Price Draw Begins with the First Horn
Open to the public but advance tickets required.

7:30 p.m. | Special Events Center
TCAA Closing Celebration Dinner
Open to the public but advance tickets required.

Buyers unable to attend the sale in person may participate via proxy by contacting the Museum’s development team at proxy@thecowboy.org.

Tickets for the TCAA Exhibition and Art Sale Weekend are available at tcaa.nationalcowboymuseum.org.

Special thanks to TCAA and Museum sponsors:

Presenting Sponsor: Nadine and Alan Levin
Supporting Sponsor: The Donald C. and Elizabeth M. Dickinson Foundation
Associate Sponsors: Peter and Ginny Carl • Brent and Connie McKinley • Visit
Oklahoma City
Patron Sponsors: Jim and Cathy Blevins and American Abstract Company of McClain County, Inc. • Mr. and Mrs. Mike Thorne

About the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum

The National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum in Oklahoma City is the nation’s premier institution dedicated to the history, art and culture of the American West. Founded in 1955, the Museum houses an internationally renowned collection of more than 35,000 Western and Native American artworks and artifacts, including the world’s most extensive collections of American rodeo photography, barbed wire, saddlery and early rodeo trophies.

Through its exhibitions, programs and scholarship, the Museum preserves and interprets the evolving story of the West, illuminating the people, traditions and ideas that continue to shape American culture. With more than 10 million visitors from around the world, it stands as a leading authority on the enduring legacy of the American West.

A recent RegionTrack study found the Museum will generate $313 million in economic impact for Oklahoma this decade, including $170 million in direct benefits through 2028 and $143 million in spillover effects, underscoring its role as both a cultural landmark and an economic driver.

For more information, visit thecowboy.org.

About Traditional Cowboy Arts Association

Founded in 1998, the Traditional Cowboy Arts Association is dedicated to preserving the living craftsmanship and cultural heritage of the American West by supporting master artisans, mentoring emerging makers and ensuring the skills of saddlemaking, bit and spur making, silversmithing and rawhide braiding continue for future generations.

For more information, visit tcowboyarts.org.