2026 Trappings of Texas
Futurity Bit by Wilson Capron
Click here to read more about Wilson Capron, 2026 Trappings of Texas Premier Artist
The Trappings of Texas annual exhibit and sale at the Museum of the Big Bend in Alpine celebrates the work of Western artists and gear makers. It is the longest running event of its kind in the country.
Opening Weekend (September 17-19) events include a preview party, an opening reception and sale, artist demonstrations, and more.
Our contest to win a three-night stay at the Quarter Circle Seven Resorts and two tickets to the Trappings of Texas Opening Weekend is now closed. The winner will be informed in early August.
TRAPPINGS OF TEXAS SPONSORSHIPS
Be a part of making the 40th Annual Trappings of Texas an event to remember. You can contribute to our celebration of Western art and heritage by becoming a Trappings of Texas Sponsor or Underwriter. Opportunities and benefits are listed below.
All Commemorative Badges allow entry to the Thursday Preview Party and the Friday Opening Exhibit, Sale and Reception as well as free admission to the museum Thursday-Saturday.
TOP HAND – $250 Click here to purchase a Top Hand Sponsorship
4 Drink Tickets and 2 Commemorative Bronze Badges
Name Listing Recognition in Buyer’s Guide and on Patron Banner
COW BOSS – $500 Click here to purchase a Cow Boss Sponsorship
8 Drink Tickets and 2 Commemorative Gold Badges
Eligible to purchase Brass Custom Badge ($30)
2 Additional Tickets to the Friday Opening Exhibit, Sale and Reception
Name Listing Recognition in Buyer’s Guide and on Patron Banner
CATTLE BARON – $1000 Click here to purchase a Cattle Baron Sponsorship
8 Drink Tickets and 4 Commemorative Silver Badges
Eligible to purchase Limited Edition Sterling Silver Custom Badge ($75)
Logo or Name Recognition in Buyer’s Guide and on Patron Banner
GOLD CATTLE BARON – $2500 Click here to purchase a Gold Cattle Baron Sponsorship
8 Drink Tickets and 6 Commemorative Silver Badges
Limited Edition Sterling Silver Custom Badge
2 tickets to Trappings of Texas Ranch Roundup Party
Logo or Name Recognition in Buyer’s Guide and on Patron Banner
DIAMOND CATTLE BARON – $5000 Click here to purchase a Diamond Cattle Baron Sponsorship
8 Drink Tickets and 8 Commemorative Silver Badges
Limited Edition Sterling Silver Custom Badge
4 tickets to Trappings of Texas Ranch Roundup Party
Logo or Name Recognition in Buyer’s Guide and on Patron Banner
EVENT UNDERWRITERS
Underwriters are needed for the Thursday Night Preview Party ($3500) and the Friday Night Opening ($10,000). Event underwriters receive the same benefits as the Gold and Diamond Cattle Baron sponsorship levels, respectively. If you are interested in underwriting one of these events, please contact Museum Director, Emily Wilkinson, at 432-837-8747.
