Announcement

MCHF Annual Induction Ceremony & Western Heritage Gathering

Honoring the Class of 2026

CONTACT or call (406) 650-3800

Celebrating The Stories Of Montana And Our Iconic Inductees

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MCHF shares a unique understanding of the spirit of the Montana cowboy, American Indian cultures, and our collective Montana Western heritage.

The MCHF exists to serve as a resource to all who wish to see this way of life passed forward to the next generation through the unique stories of our treasured Montana.

Montana Cowboy Hall of Fame

Honors Inductees

Carefully considered annual inductions into the Montana Cowboy Hall of Fame recognize Montana cowboys, cowgirls, American Indians, communities, settlers, industries, landscapes, rodeos, ranches, and wildlife.

The Montana Cowboy Hall of Fame gallery TALES FROM THE SADDLE: COME RIDE ALONG, a hands-on exhibition focused on how the horse shaped the west, is now open in partnership with the Charles M. Russell Museum in Great Falls. Saddle up and enjoy a virtual reality game, interactive children’s activities, and read the stories of our MCHF inductees featured on the kiosk.

Visit the Charles M. Russell Museum 400 13th Street North, Great Falls, Montana.

Summer Hours (May 1-Sept 30): Monday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Winter Hours (Oct 1-April 30): Thursday through Monday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The Museum is closed on the following holidays: Thanksgiving, Winter Holiday (Dec 24-Jan 2), Easter, July 3 and 4.

Open until 7 p.m. on the third Thursday of each month.

CMR Museum ⟩ MCHF Gallery ⟩