EIN 30-0341029

National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum (NCWHM)

IRS 501(c) type
501(c)(3)
Num. employees
153
Year formed
1955
Most recent tax filings
2023-12-01
NTEE code, primary
Description
The National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum is one of the most unique museums in the world, dedicated to the history and art of the American West. A variety of galleries and exhibits represent an unparalleled range of western art and memorabilia. Special exhibits feature outstanding western individuals from rodeo stars to Hollywood actors. The museum regularly attracts a national audience through events such as the Western Heritage Awards and Prix de West Invitational Art Exhibition and Sale, as well as special events like the Chuck Wagon Gathering and National Children's Cowboy Festival.
Total revenues
$23,746,566
2023
Total expenses
$12,482,155
2023
Total assets
$121,562,514
2023
Num. employees
153
2023

Program areas at NCWHM

Special events are held on site throughout the year to educate the public in the ways of the american west, encourage artists to preserve and interpret the Western Heritage through their artwork and to recognize excellence in literature, television, and other media for the presentation of the american west.
Challenging educational programs are provided and integrated with exhibitions, technology and research to promote the Museum's missions of preserving and interpreting the west. The educational programs also strengthen the artistic value of the museums's collection to the public and expose the public to various cultures and artistic traditions of the west.
Exhibits are showcased throughout the Museum to encourage curiosity and educate the public about the history and values of the american west.
Other programs

Who funds National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum (NCWHM)

Grants from foundations and other nonprofits
GrantmakerDescriptionAmount
Donald C and Elizabeth M Dickinson FoundationEducation$1,125,000
E L and Thelma Gaylord FoundationGeneral Purpose$505,000
Adolph Coors FoundationCapital Project$250,000
...and 45 more grants received totalling $3,102,772

Financials for NCWHM

RevenuesFYE 12/2023
Total grants, contributions, etc.$18,792,874
Program services$2,698,254
Investment income and dividends$828,480
Tax-exempt bond proceeds$0
Royalty revenue$3,081
Net rental income$703,352
Net gain from sale of non-inventory assets$-367,760
Net income from fundraising events$-42,389
Net income from gaming activities$0
Net income from sales of inventory$605,476
Miscellaneous revenues$525,198
Total revenues$23,746,566

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Data update history
July 5, 2025
Received grants
Identified 6 new grant, including a grant for $250,000 from Adolph Coors Foundation
April 20, 2025
Received grants
Identified 3 new grant, including a grant for $15,000 from James C and Teresa K Day Foundation
February 22, 2025
Updated personnel
Identified 2 new personnel
January 14, 2025
Received grants
Identified 15 new grant, including a grant for $505,000 from E L and Thelma Gaylord Foundation
January 7, 2025
Used new vendors
Identified 5 new vendors, including , , , , and
Nonprofit Types
Arts, culture, and humanities nonprofitsMuseumsCharities
Issues
Arts, cultural, and humanities
Characteristics
MembershipsFundraising eventsReceives government fundingEndowed supportCommunity engagement / volunteeringTax deductible donationsAccepts online donations
General information
Address
1700 Ne 63rd St
Oklahoma City, OK 73111
Metro area
Oklahoma City, OK
County
Oklahoma County, OK
Website URL
nationalcowboymuseum.org/ 
Phone
(405) 478-2250
Facebook page
ncwhm 
Twitter profile
@ncwhm 
IRS details
EIN
30-0341029
Fiscal year end
December
Taxreturn type
Form 990
Year formed
1955
Eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions (Pub 78)
Yes
Categorization
NTEE code, primary
A51: Art Museums
NAICS code, primary
7121: Museums, Historical Sites, and Similar Institutions
Parent/child status
Independent
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