National Multicultural Western Heritage Museum facts for kids
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| Established | February 1, 2001 |
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| Location | 2201 Dottie Lynn Parkway, Suite 115, Fort Worth, TX 76120 |
| Type | Hall of fame |
The National Multicultural Western Heritage Museum is a special place in Fort Worth, Texas. It used to be called the National Cowboys of Color Museum and Hall of Fame. This museum and hall of fame celebrates the amazing contributions of many different people to the history of the American West.
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Discovering Western History
The National Multicultural Western Heritage Museum began on February 1, 2001. It was founded by Jim and Gloria Austin from Fort Worth, Texas. They wanted to honor the important roles played by many groups on the Western Frontier. This includes people of Hispanic, Native American, European, Asian, and African backgrounds. Many of their stories are told only at this museum. In 2008, the museum changed its name to better show all the different histories it covers.
What You Can See at the Museum
The museum is located at 2201 Dottie Lynn Parkway, Suite 115, Fort Worth, TX 76120. It is found in the Fort Worth Stockyards National Historic District. Besides the Hall of Fame, there are also many permanent exhibits. These exhibits tell stories about groups like the Buffalo Soldiers, Tuskegee Airmen, Native American Indian Chiefs, and the Vaquero.
Honoring Western Heroes
The Hall of Fame at the museum honors people who made big impacts on Western history. These inductees come from many different backgrounds. They include cowboys, cowgirls, artists, and leaders. Some famous people who have been honored include:
- Harry Belafonte
- Danny Glover
- Sammy Davis Jr.
- Sir Sidney Poitier
- Wes Studi
- Jamie Foxx
- Pam Grier
- Charley Pride
- Bass Reeves
- Bill Pickett
- Quanah Parker
See Also
- Black American West Museum and Heritage Center in Denver, Colorado
- Black cowboys
- List of museums in North Texas
