How the West Was Worn

From buckskins and rhinestones, to cowboy boots and blue jeans, western wear has played a unique role in the history of Texas, embodying the free spirit, rugged individualism, and personal freedom of the American West.

This exhibition showcased over 150 items of clothing along with photography, period advertising, and design sketches that told the story of how western attire grew in popularity and changed over the years to reflect the evolution of the West itself.

Support for the Bullock Museum's exhibitions and education programs provided by the Texas State History Museum Foundation.