Two Can't-Miss Old West Days Events at Jackson's History Museum

Jackson’s Old West Days festivities are about to get a whole lot more historic. The Jackson Hole History Museum, a fresh and engaging addition to the local cultural scene, will be hosting two special events that offer free admission, family fun, trivia, and a toast to the town’s rugged roots.

🥂 Old West Days Chamber Mixer

📍 Jackson Hole History Museum
📅 Thursday, May 22 | 5–7 PM
🎟️ Free Admission

Join the Chamber of Commerce and community members for a lively evening at the Jackson Hole History Museum.

Local trivia & prizes
Interactive exhibits and a Museum Store raffle
A photo booth by Say Cheese
Live music by Francis Ambrose
Small bites from Café Genevieve
Drinks by Roadhouse Brewing Co.

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It’s the perfect kickoff to the weekend—and a chance to explore one of Jackson’s most exciting new institutions.

👨‍🌾 Old West Days at the History Museum

📍 Jackson Hole History Museum
📅 Saturday, May 24 | 10:30 AM – 2 PM
🎟️ Free Admission

After the Best of the West Parade, mosey on over for a family-friendly throwback at the museum! Activities include:

Try on homestead-era clothing
Handle educational artifacts and view historic photos
Story time, Lincoln Log builds & butter-making demos
And plenty of hands-on discovery for all ages

🏛️ About the Jackson Hole History Museum

Now housed in a newly renovated space at the corner of Deloney and Willow, the Jackson Hole History Museum is an evolving hub of stories that shaped the Tetons. Though relatively new to the scene, it builds on the legacy of the former Jackson Hole Historical Society & Museum and offers an immersive look at early settlers, Native American culture, wildlife conservation, and the town’s transformation into a world-famous destination.

Monthly adult events and updates can be found at: jacksonholehistory.org
Kid and student programming lives here: Student Education Page