To get a taste of life in the Wild West, aspiring cowpokes should visit this cultural center, incorporating the Wiegand Gallery's impressive collection of interactive multimedia works, housed in the former Pioneer Hotel. The center hosts the remarkably popular National Cowboy Poetry Gathering, as well as visiting exhibitions and special events year-round.
Western Folklife Center
Northern Nevada
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