Category: Western Stories
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Western Design Conference Debuts in its Newest Bozeman Location
Read More »: Western Design Conference Debuts in its Newest Bozeman LocationMountain Living sits down with Executive Director Allison Merritt about the new Bozeman location and what visitors can expect.
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WDC Brings a Record 128 Juried Exhibitors to Bozeman for the August 6–9 Exhibit + Sale at the Brick Breeden Fieldhouse
Read More »: WDC Brings a Record 128 Juried Exhibitors to Bozeman for the August 6–9 Exhibit + Sale at the Brick Breeden FieldhouseA four-day destination for collectors and design lovers, with a record 128 juried exhibitors from 28 states.
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Podcast: The Western Design Conference in Bozeman on Hamilton House with Suzanna Hamilton
Read More »: Podcast: The Western Design Conference in Bozeman on Hamilton House with Suzanna HamiltonSeason 3, Episode 4 of Hamilton House. Allison Merritt talks with Suzanna Hamilton about the show’s new chapter in Bozeman.
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2027 Dates Announced
Read More »: 2027 Dates AnnouncedThe 35th annual Exhibit + Sale returns to the Brick Breeden Fieldhouse in Bozeman, August 12–15, 2027.
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Designing the West: Western Style Revival
Read More »: Designing the West: Western Style RevivalChase Reynolds Ewald traces Western style from dude ranches and dime novels to rodeo, the silver screen and Native American beadwork.
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WDC Hotel Blocks
Read More »: WDC Hotel BlocksDiscounted Lodging (blocks will sellout, book ASAP via the link or with code: Western Design Conference)
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Cowboys & Indians Joins WDC in Bozeman as Presenting Sponsor
Read More »: Cowboys & Indians Joins WDC in Bozeman as Presenting SponsorCowboys & Indians is Presenting Sponsor of the 2026 Exhibit + Sale, from handcrafted furniture and fine art to fashion and jewelry.
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Western Design Conference Announces Move to Bozeman, Montana, Showcasing Record Juried Exhibitors and Expanded Programming
Read More »: Western Design Conference Announces Move to Bozeman, Montana, Showcasing Record Juried Exhibitors and Expanded ProgrammingAfter more than three decades in Cody and Jackson Hole, the show moves to Bozeman with 130 juried artisans from 28 states.
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WESTERN DESIGN CONFERENCE EXHIBIT + SALE MAKES A GRAND MOVE TO BOZEMAN
Read More »: WESTERN DESIGN CONFERENCE EXHIBIT + SALE MAKES A GRAND MOVE TO BOZEMANAfter historic runs in Cody and Jackson Hole, Montana’s “creative corridor” becomes the next home of the West’s premier design event As Seen In EIN Newswire Bozeman, Montana – [January 12, 2026] – The highly anticipated…
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The Best of the West is Coming to Bozeman
Read More »: The Best of the West is Coming to BozemanWestern Design Conference Exhibit + Sale Announces New Venue for 2026 Photo credits clockwise: Montana State University campus in Bozeman, Montana, photo Kelly Gorham, Montana Dreamwear, Doug Nordberg Furniture, Mirta Tummino Studio Bozeman, MT – The…
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Western Design Conference Exhibit + Sale In Search of New Venue
Read More »: Western Design Conference Exhibit + Sale In Search of New VenueAfter 18 Successful Years in Jackson Hole, the premier showcase of excellence in handcrafted Western furnishings, décor and fashion considers a Mountain West move Jackson Hole, WY – After 18 years of hosting the Western Design…
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Award-winners from 2024 Western Design Conference Exhibit + Sale Revealed
Read More »: Award-winners from 2024 Western Design Conference Exhibit + Sale RevealedNational best-of-Western-design awards honor artisans and designers for excellence in variety of mediums and categories at annual Jackson Hole arts event Jackson Hole, Wyoming – September 12, 2024 – Of the nearly 100 juried artists from…
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New Lecture Series Added to Western Design Conference Exhibit + Sale
Read More »: New Lecture Series Added to Western Design Conference Exhibit + Sale16 artists, designers and authors will speak on a range of creative topics – plus book signings from authors – for September Jackson Hole event Jackson, Wyoming – August 20, 2024 – The 32nd Western Design…
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WDC Sourcebook 2024 is LIVE
Read More »: WDC Sourcebook 2024 is LIVEcheckout the online Western Design Conference Exhibit + Sale SOURCEBOOK. Print copies available at the Western Design Conference events.
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Destination Jackson Hole Boasts Wealth of Western Design and Art Abundance
Read More »: Destination Jackson Hole Boasts Wealth of Western Design and Art AbundanceSeptember Western Design Conference Exhibit + Sale is top spot to see and shop best-of-the-West arts From top left: Jackson Town Square; art by Liz Comer Hess; ShotgunChelle on the Runway of the WDC Fashion Show;…
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Art Abundance
Read More »: Art AbundanceAs Seen in the July/Aug issue of Mountain Living Magazine (read online)
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The Best Seat in Jackson Hole is at the Western Design Conference this September
Read More »: The Best Seat in Jackson Hole is at the Western Design Conference this SeptemberCHAIRish the art of one-of-a-kind furniture with these extraordinary pieces to lounge in and to love L to R, from Chris Martin Furniture of Colorado: Martini Chair, Burl oak, steel, leather, Afzelia burl, $5,800 to order;…
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Must See: The Latest Western-inspired Art, Furniture, Jewelry and Apparel
Read More »: Must See: The Latest Western-inspired Art, Furniture, Jewelry and Apparel2024 Western Design Conference Exhibit + Sale in Jackson Hole hosts curated selection of the nation’s finest craftsmanship for 32nd year WDC’s open showroom features about 100 distinctive artists and their home and fashion-forward functional art…
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Design Elements
Read More »: Design ElementsSeptember 4 – 15 Jackson Hole Fall Arts Festival Various Venues | Jackson, WY jacksonholechamber.com In celebration of the arts, this annual event showcases Western, wildlife, and landscape artists with a series of artistic events held…
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32nd annual Western Design Conference Exhibit + Sale announces 2024 juried artists
Read More »: 32nd annual Western Design Conference Exhibit + Sale announces 2024 juried artistsJoin us in person September 5-8, 2024, at the Snow King Center in Jackson Hole, Wyoming during the 4-day Exhibit + Sale. Meet the makers and shop directly from cowboy to contemporary. Diverse and original creations…
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Western Design Conference Exhibit + Sale in Jackson Hole Announces 2024 Dates
Read More »: Western Design Conference Exhibit + Sale in Jackson Hole Announces 2024 DatesEvent showcasing excellence in the art of furniture, fashion, decor and home interiors inspired by the spirit of the American West to take place September 5-8. The always popular live runway Fashion Show at the WDC…
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APPLY NOW for the 2024 Western Design Conference Exhibit + Sale
Read More »: APPLY NOW for the 2024 Western Design Conference Exhibit + SaleAs Seen In Mountain Living Magazine Application Deadline MARCH 1, Jury results by email MARCH 5 || APPLY HERE
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A Recap of the Western Design Conference Exhibit + Sale 2023
Read More »: A Recap of the Western Design Conference Exhibit + Sale 2023A Recap of the Western Design Conference Exhibit + Sale 2023 Photos from the 31st annual exhibit + sale showcasing the many handcrafted works of artisans As Seen in Mountain Living Magazine September 14, 2023 Elizabeth Mehert-Ab Mountain…
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Western Design Exhibit + Sale Takes Style and Handcraft Up a Notch
Read More »: Western Design Exhibit + Sale Takes Style and Handcraft Up a NotchFor designers who have a flair for the West in their design, the 31st annual Western Design Conference Exhibit + Sale (WDC) takes Western style up a handcrafted notch September 7-10, in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, starting with a…
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A Wood-First Concept
Read More »: A Wood-First ConceptJohnny Geraghty at Grain of Thought waits for wood to tell a story As Seen In Mountain Living Sept/Oct 2023 Rustic Issue
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Mountain Living – WDC + Jackson Hole Fall Arts Festival special section
Read More »: Mountain Living – WDC + Jackson Hole Fall Arts Festival special sectionView the Mountain Living Magazine SEPT/OCT 2023 Rustic Issue
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Perfect Timing: September-in-Jackson Hole Western Design Conference
Read More »: Perfect Timing: September-in-Jackson Hole Western Design ConferenceWyoming mountain town buzzes with energy during four-day event showcasing art, fashion and décor As seen in PR Newswire Jackson Hole, Wyoming – Aug. 11 2023 – As the summer crowds dwindle and the foliage starts…
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Sneak Peek: Stunning Pieces for Home, Wardrobe and Beyond at 31st Annual Western Design Conference Exhibit + Sale
Read More »: Sneak Peek: Stunning Pieces for Home, Wardrobe and Beyond at 31st Annual Western Design Conference Exhibit + SaleJackson Hole September event offers superb shopping, best-of-the-West craftsmanship As Seen PR News Wire Jackson Hole, Wyoming – August 3, 2023 – The Old West is new again as the 31st annual Western Design Conference Exhibit…
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Telling Stories
Read More »: Telling StoriesA SAMPLING OF WESTERN DESIGN CONFERENCE CRAFTSMEN CREATING FURNITURE THAT SPEAKS FOR ITSELF View the Mountain Living Magazine July/Aug 2023 Indoor Outdoor Living Issue
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Build Magazine – WDC artist feature
Read More »: Build Magazine – WDC artist featureAs Seen In Build Magazine Jackson Hole
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Homestead Magazine – WDC + Fall Arts Festival feature
Read More »: Homestead Magazine – WDC + Fall Arts Festival featureAs Seen In Homestead Magazine
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As Seen In…
Read More »: As Seen In…2023 print As Seen In Western Art & Architecture, Big Sky Journal, Mountain Living Magazine, Cowboys & Indians, Build Magazine, Homestead Magazine, Jackson Hole Art Auction catalogue, Grand Teton Music Festival 2023 program.
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Western Design Exhibit + Sale Taps into Universal Appeal
Read More »: Western Design Exhibit + Sale Taps into Universal AppealHistorical romance of the West with its cowboy mystique and wide-open freedom are part of draw for visitors from around the world to Jackson Hole September event Clockwise from top left: WDC executive director Allison Merritt;…
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Jackson Hole Western Design Event Announces Dates for September
Read More »: Jackson Hole Western Design Event Announces Dates for SeptemberSaddle Up for the 31st Annual Western Design Exhibit + Sale in Jackson Hole Four-day event September 7-10 showcases best of the West in furniture, fashion and more Get your cowboy on at the September Western…
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Henneford Fine Furniture, Big Sky Journal
Read More »: Henneford Fine Furniture, Big Sky JournalHENNEFORD FINE FURNITURE Featured in Big Sky Journal Home 2023 | Western Focus | Front Page Stories | Written By Christine Phillips | Photography By Kyle Stansbury Download Big Sky Journal HOME Hennefors Story A sculpted, three-legged barstool. A chaise lounge…
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Jackson Hole Western Design Event Announces Dates for September
Read More »: Jackson Hole Western Design Event Announces Dates for SeptemberSaddle Up for the 31st Annual Western Design Exhibit + Sale in Jackson Hole Jackson Hole, Wyoming – Television shows “Yellowstone,” “1883” and “1923” are proving the enduring popularity of the West’s distinctive style with audiences…
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Cowboy Meet Contemporary at the 2022 Western Design Conference + Sale in Jackson, Wyoming
Read More »: Cowboy Meet Contemporary at the 2022 Western Design Conference + Sale in Jackson, WyomingThe Western Design Conference Exhibit + Sale proudly celebrated 30 years of supporting and recognizing American artists. At the four-day event, over 100 nationally known artists showcased their original works of furniture, fashion, jewelry, home decor,…
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DESIGN ELEMENTS: ART & HOME SHOWS
Read More »: DESIGN ELEMENTS: ART & HOME SHOWSBig Sky Journal HOME Show Calendar Whether you’re contemplating a remodel, considering a new build in the Rocky Mountain West, or searching for a particular Western item, art and home shows offer essential inspiration, advice, and products…
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Cowboy couture at WDC
Read More »: Cowboy couture at WDCCowboy, contemporary commingle at Western Design Conference. By Tibby Plasse As Seen In Jackson Hole News & Guide As Fendi celebrated the 25th anniversary of its famed baguette purse this week during New York Fashion Week,…
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Western Design In Jackson Hole
Read More »: Western Design In Jackson HoleNearly 100 artists representing 20 states from across the U.S. have been accepted to show and sell their handcrafted creations at the 2022 Western Design Conference Exhibit + Sale (WDC) in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, September 8-11,…
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Wine Pairs Well With Amethyst?
Read More »: Wine Pairs Well With Amethyst?Amethyst Necklace by Beltshazzar Jewels In just one week the 2022 Fall Arts Festival will inundate downtown Jackson with artists, jewelers, fashion designers and furniture makers. The 12-day celebration of art in the Tetons kicks off…
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Western Design Exhibit + Sale Celebrates 30 Years in Jackson Hole Sept. 8-11
Read More »: Western Design Exhibit + Sale Celebrates 30 Years in Jackson Hole Sept. 8-11“Shopportunity” of a lifttime with designer decor, fashion, jewelry, spirits and more Top to bottom: The showroom at the Western Design Conference features functional art from nearly 100 artists; runway design from Gossamer Wings of Santa…
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Designers Revealed for Designer Show House at 30th Western Design Conference
Read More »: Designers Revealed for Designer Show House at 30th Western Design ConferenceSeptember Jackson Hole event features full-size interiors to explore on showroom floor L to R: The 2021 Designer Show House featured Western-inspired Americana by Emily Janak Interiors and Fighting Bear Antiques; handcrafted firewood storage racks by Vankind…
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New downtown business offers handmade clothing, hopes to fill niche for men and women alike
Read More »: New downtown business offers handmade clothing, hopes to fill niche for men and women alikeAs Seen in the Jackson Hole News and Guide When Billy “Zeb” Smith and his wife, Kate, moved to Jackson Hole — or returned to the valley, in Zeb’s case — a couple of years ago they…
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Sneak Peek of Western-Meets-Modern Pieces at 30th Annual Western Design Conference
Read More »: Sneak Peek of Western-Meets-Modern Pieces at 30th Annual Western Design ConferenceSeptember Jackson Hole event boasts artists from 20 states – the most in show’s history JW Bennett custom hats handcrafted by artist Sarah Kjorstad are wearable works of art. Artist Ashley Delonas collects discarded antlers found…
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Western Meets Modern at the 30th Annual Western Design Conference
Read More »: Western Meets Modern at the 30th Annual Western Design ConferenceThis September Jackson Hole event boasts artists from 20 states Nearly 100 artists representing 20 states from across the U.S. have been accepted to show and sell their handcrafted creations at the 2022 Western Design Conference Exhibit…
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The Best in Western Art
Read More »: The Best in Western ArtThe Best in Western Art Design excellence on display in Jackson Hole at the Western Design Conference June 20, 2022 Suzanne S. Brown As Seen in Mountain Living Chandler Goodstrike of Goodstrike Buffalo Art is a…
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Western Design Conference Exhibit + Sale Exhibitor Application Deadline Is March 1
Read More »: Western Design Conference Exhibit + Sale Exhibitor Application Deadline Is March 1Call For Artisans And Interior Designers To Join 30th Annual Juried September Event In Jackson Hole, Wyoming Jackson Hole, Wyo. – February 7, 2022 – Each year nearly 100 artists are chosen to participate in the Western…
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Designing the West: Layered History
Read More »: Designing the West: Layered HistoryAs seen in Western Art and Architecture in Designing the West | February March 2022 | Written by: Laura Beausire | Photographed by: Lisa Flood READ MORE…
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Designing Wellness in Jackson
Read More »: Designing Wellness in JacksonAs seen in Mountain Living Magazine January 2022 Chase Reynolds Ewald photography by Audrey Hall Patricia Kennedy harnesses international exposure and biophilic principles to induce wellness in every home she designs Wyoming is a world away from…
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Western Design Conference Reveals Excellence in Design Awards Totaling $20k
Read More »: Western Design Conference Reveals Excellence in Design Awards Totaling $20kFour-day Jackson Hole event a success from live fashion show to artist-exhibitors’ sales L to R: Many Tears won Best Artist in the Accents category; Wayne Delyea Furniture Maker won the Best of Show $5,000 award,…
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Fun In ’21: Fall Festival Edition
Read More »: Fun In ’21: Fall Festival EditionCheck out this list of epic fall festivals in every state Sept. 14, 2021, / Source: TODAY.com as seen on TODAY AlabamaCoastal Bird FestOct. 6-9 Alabama is the fifth most bio-diverse state in America. To celebrate, head down Spanish Fort…


























































