Opening Day Celebration at Western Spirit

A celebration of art, education and culture. On March 28, 2026, Western Spirit unveils the Louis Sands IV Center—a 12,000-square-foot expansion with four new galleries that deepen the story of the North American West through new voices and perspectives.

This is not a festival. It’s a cultural experience. A place where art, education, and creativity transport you and where coming face to face with the West changes how you see it.

Opening Day brings the museum to life—active, inspiring and unmistakably West. Throughout the day, guests will experience meaningful moments that connect the exhibitions to the living spirit of the West.

Schedule

• 9:30 AM | Doors open
• 11:00 AM | Official public opening and program begins
• 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM | Street-side celebration with food, tastings and Western-inspired fun
• 11 AM – 3 PM | Express tours and pop-up talks (hourly)
• All day | Live music and artisan demonstrations inside the museum
• All day | Hands-on creative experiences
• 5 p.m. | Museum closes

Experiences

• Express tours of the four new galleries
• Curator pop-up talks and exhibit spotlights
• Artist demonstrations inspired by the exhibitions
• Live music and cultural performances throughout the museum
• Hands-on art experiences for all ages
• Outdoor activations extending the museum experience into Old Town

This day is both a celebration and an invitation—to step into the West as it truly is and leave with a fresh perspective.

Entry is free, but registration is required. See the website to register.