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🌵Howdy, y’all! Summer’s on the horizon, but May at the Autry is already heating up with unforgettable experiences for every age. 🤠🌸 ✨ From toe-tappin’ Autry After Hours—featuring The Soda Crackers, plus BBQ, Brews, and Blues with Bobby Warren and Shy But Flyy—to the return of our Silent Treatment and What Is a Western? film series, there’s something for every Western spirit.

🌼 Bring the whole family for hands-on fun at Family Fun Day: May Flowers, or find your moment of calm at our Wellness Weekend Sound Bath. And don’t miss the grand opening of our newest exhibition, Life, Liberty, and Los Angeles—a celebration of the city’s vibrant stories.

Mark your calendars, explore our full lineup, and make this May one for the memory books. Which event are you most excited for? Let us know below!

#AutryMuseum #GriffithPark #DiscoverLA #SoCalMuseums #WesternAmericanHistory #SpringAtTheAutry

🌵Howdy, y’all! Summer’s on the horizon, but May at the Autry is already heating up with unforgettable experiences for every age. 🤠🌸 ✨ From toe-tappin’ Autry After Hours—featuring The Soda Crackers, plus BBQ, Brews, and Blues with Bobby Warren and Shy But Flyy—to the return of our Silent Treatment and What Is a Western? film series, there’s something for every Western spirit.

🌼 Bring the whole family for hands-on fun at Family Fun Day: May Flowers, or find your moment of calm at our Wellness Weekend Sound Bath. And don’t miss the grand opening of our newest exhibition, Life, Liberty, and Los Angeles—a celebration of the city’s vibrant stories.

Mark your calendars, explore our full lineup, and make this May one for the memory books. Which event are you most excited for? Let us know below!

#AutryMuseum #GriffithPark #DiscoverLA #SoCalMuseums #WesternAmericanHistory #SpringAtTheAutry

🌵Howdy, y’all! Summer’s on the horizon, but May at the Autry is already heating up with unforgettable experiences for every age. 🤠🌸 ✨ From toe-tappin’ Autry After Hours—featuring The Soda Crackers, plus BBQ, Brews, and Blues with Bobby Warren and Shy But Flyy—to the return of our Silent Treatment and What Is a Western? film series, there’s something for every Western spirit.

🌼 Bring the whole family for hands-on fun at Family Fun Day: May Flowers, or find your moment of calm at our Wellness Weekend Sound Bath. And don’t miss the grand opening of our newest exhibition, Life, Liberty, and Los Angeles—a celebration of the city’s vibrant stories.

Mark your calendars, explore our full lineup, and make this May one for the memory books. Which event are you most excited for? Let us know below!

#AutryMuseum #GriffithPark #DiscoverLA #SoCalMuseums #WesternAmericanHistory #SpringAtTheAutry

Meet the Artist: Brocade Stops Black Eagle

Brocade Stops Black Eagle lives on the Crow Indian Reservation located in southcentral Montana. She is an accomplished fashion designer and beadwork artist who previously worked as a registered nurse for more than a decade. She and her family are active members of the Crow community, and participate in cultural events throughout the year.

Dúusshile (Elk tooth dress). 1880s. Apsáalooke Artist. Apsáalooke (Crow). Trade cloth, elk teeth, bone, glass beads, and leather. Purchased by The Southwest Museum Acquisition Fund. Autry Museum; 47.P.141A

Bálaaisshiwaawaammishe (Beaded purse). 2022. Brocade Stops Black Eagle. Apsáalooke (Crow); Numakiki (Mandan); Hiraacá (Hidatsa), born 1982. Zipper, cotton lining, glass beads, buckskin, and cotton thread. Museum Purchase. Autry Museum; 2022.21.1

Baleiipáhpaatbaalowak baleeahpalakússaawak (Beaded belt). 2025. Brocade Stops Black Eagle. Apsáalooke (Crow); Numakiki (Mandan); Hiraacá (Hidatsa), born 1982. Leather, glass beads, brass tacks, thread, and buckle. Museum Purchase. Autry National Center; 2025.30.1

Batshúaisshe (Awl case). 1890s. Apsáalooke Artist. Apsáalooke (Crow). Rawhide, leather, and glass beads. Autry Museum; 3.C.478

📸: @mitokino

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"Tipis created by the Blackfeet Tribe are erect to face the east in honor of the spring Sun. The Tribe granted the Autry special permission to face this tipi west, allowing visitors to learn about the pictographs (drawings or symbols that communicate informatrion) that adorns this work.

Kill-Close-To-The-Lake created this painted tipi, which features the exploits of her husband, Big Eyes. It was made for and gifted to anthropologist Walter McClintock, wholived and studied with the Blackfeet in the early 1900's. During his fifteen years with the tribe, McClintock was adopted into a Blackfeet family and recorded many aspects of their lifeways."

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"Tipis created by the Blackfeet Tribe are erect to face the east in honor of the spring Sun. The Tribe granted the Autry special permission to face this tipi west, allowing visitors to learn about the pictographs (drawings or symbols that communicate informatrion) that adorns this work.

Kill-Close-To-The-Lake created this painted tipi, which features the exploits of her husband, Big Eyes. It was made for and gifted to anthropologist Walter McClintock, wholived and studied with the Blackfeet in the early 1900's. During his fifteen years with the tribe, McClintock was adopted into a Blackfeet family and recorded many aspects of their lifeways."

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Ready to wiggle, giggle, and groove? Toddler Tuesdays: Creative Movements is here! Kids ages 3–6 will jump into a world of dance, music, and imagination with Susanna Hostetter from California Dance Institute. From silly shapes to speedy steps, every activity is designed to spark joy and build confidence. Let your child’s creativity shine—come move, play, and make new friends at the Autry!

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Ready for a boot-scootin’ good time? 🤠 Swing by the Autry for happy hour—live tunes, dancing, drinks, and snacks await! Try out some Western Swing moves with The Honky Tonk Hunnies, then jam out to The Soda Crackers. Whether you’re a dance newbie or a pro, everyone’s welcome. Grab your friends and let’s make it a night to remember!

Doors open at 5:30 p.m.—don’t be late!

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Finish The Ride takes place in one of the most unique settings in Los Angeles. We’re proud to host the event at The Autry Museum in Griffith Park, a space that brings together community, culture, and history.

As you move through the event, take a moment to appreciate the setting, it’s a big part of what makes this experience so special.

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Visit the Autry for free on the first Wednesday of every month now ALL DAY from 10 AM to 4 PM. Explore Imagined Wests, Art of the West, and all of our exhibitions without spending a dime. Reserve your spot online and start planning your full day of discovery at theautry.org.

The residents had the opportunity to visit the Autry Museum, where they explored galleries showcasing the art of the American West. From cowboy culture to the intricate and striking designs of Native American art.

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Cowboy Slang🤠 - Pull foot [Verb] - To leave in a hurry, run.

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Step into the story of Idah Meacham Strobridge—a pioneering writer, bookbinder, and creative force of the American West. Born in Nevada, Strobridge captured the spirit and landscapes of the Great Basin in her celebrated trilogy: *In Miners' Mirage-Land* (1904), *The Loom of the Desert* (1907), and *The Land of Purple Shadows* (1909).

After moving to Los Angeles’ Garvanza neighborhood, Strobridge transformed her bungalow at 231 East Avenue 41 into the Artemesia Bindery and the welcoming “Little Corner” gallery. Her home became a vibrant gathering place for writers, artists, and craftspeople, nurturing a community of creativity and exchange.

Honored in the Nevada Writers Hall of Fame, Strobridge’s legacy endures—her words and artistry continue to inspire new generations to explore the stories and landscapes of the West. What stories of the West inspire you? Share your thoughts below!

Photograph. Strobridge, Idah Meacham. Portrait of Idah Meacham Strobridge. Gift of Mr. Charles F. Lummis. OP.384.

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Autry membership supports dynamic exhibitions, thought-provoking lectures, educational programming, conservation efforts, and so much more. To learn more about membership, please contact the Membership Department at 323.495.4326, or memberinfo@theautry.org.

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Take a quick 30 seconds on pause for a moment of calm at the Autry 🌿✨ Take 30 seconds on us to relax, breathe, and soak in the beauty of the American West. Where will your mind wander today?🦋

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