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.

COMING SOON! Enter to win a three-night stay in a double casita at Quarter Circle Seven Resorts, plus two tickets to all Trappings of Texas Opening Weekend events! The contest opens July 1 at Texas Co-op Power magazine. Entries will be accepted through July 31.

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.

An underwriter is also needed to host our Ranch Roundup Party. We would love to showcase your local ranch as we wrap up the 40th Annual Trappings of Texas in style! The Ranch Roundup Underwriter will receive Diamond Cattle Baron sponsorship level benefits. If you are interested in underwriting this event, please contact Events Coordinator, Kristi Taylor, at 432-837-8815.