Aloha Vaqueros Opening Exhibit Reception
Sat, Apr 11
|Cheyenne Frontier Days™ Old West Museum
Enjoy delicious appetizers as Mosaíco Folklórico dance performers dazzle the evening, and hear from our featured speakers celebrating the three rich cultural traditions highlighted in the exhibit! Your ticket includes 1 complementary drink ticket, additonal drinks may be purchased at the cash bar.
Time & Location
Apr 11, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Cheyenne Frontier Days™ Old West Museum, 4610 Carey Avenue, 1210 W 8th Ave, Cheyenne, WY 82001, USA
About the event
Guest speakers include Dr. Billy Bergin, representing the Hawaiian Paniolos; a representative from
the Museo del Vaquero de las Californias, speaking on the Mexican Vaquero tradition; and Cheyenne
Frontier Days™ Old West Museum Curator, Mike Kassel, who will speak on the history and legacy
of the American Cowboy.
Aloha Vaqueros explores the shared heritage of Hawaiian Paniolos, Mexican Vaqueros, and the
American Cowboy. Through historical photographs, authentic artifacts, and powerful storytelling, the
exhibit highlights the cultural exchange that shaped ranching and rodeo traditions across Hawaii,
Mexico, and the American West. This exhibit will feature both Spanish and English
interpretations.