Also, congratulations to our second prize winners, who will receive a pair of Museum passes: John Osborn, Shirley Hodge, Cheryl Longo, Marilyn Nawara, Valorie Hoelscher, Angela Sosnowski, Lori Klemp, Ryne Drummonds, Pat Schneider, JoAnn Zimmerman, Amy Stewart, Summer Mccleary. 

The best of American Western and Native American art and culture are preserved and interpreted at the Rockwell Museum of Western Art, a focal point for engaging, dynamic exhibitions and educational events in Corning, New York. The Rockwell Museum of Western Art is the finest collection of Western and Native American art in the East. Traditional and contemporary pieces complimented by a unique setting - with an Art Trail just for kids! Groups are always welcome.

the best of the west in thE east

Experience the American West as you've never seen it before. The Museum renews exhibits several times each year, rotating its large permanent collection of art through galleries based on themes: Wilderness, Buffalo, Horse, Indian and Cowboy. Here, myths are explored and new ways of thinking about art encouraged.

activities for kids

Art Hunt
The Rockwell Museum of Western Art, Art Hunt program, highlights the Museum's permanent collection and visiting Exhibitions. Young visitors match an artist's drawing to images found in the paintings and objects throughout the galleries. All participants win a prize upon the completion of the Art Hunt.

ArtPack Activity
The Rockwell Museum of Western Art offers four unique ArtPacks- Native American, Cowboy, Wilderness and Horse. Each Artpack is designed to guide kids on a trail of discovery and features different paintings, sculptures, and historical objects in the museum. Plus each ArtPack contains games and other fun (even educational) activities that the whole family will enjoy. The ArtPacks also make for a great team building activity for any group. ArtPacks are free with the price of admission.

Explore the West Acitivy Booklet
The Rockwell Museum of Western Art invites young visitors to explore the Museum through fun activities! Visitors can participate in a hide and go seek game, learn about real cowboys, and how to draw a horse!

Kids West Play Area
The Rockwell Museum of Western Art offers a chance to ignite your imagination through make believe! Dress-up in old-time costumes, learn about a Trading Post, play in a child-size tipi or read a story of yesteryear!

The Trading Post

In addition to its beautiful galleries, the museum offers unique and authentic Western and Native American related products. You will find music, jewelry, pottery, books, stationery, accessories and more. The Trading Post boasts the finest collection of Native American made silver and turquoise jewelry.

hours and admission   

The Museum is open to the public seven days a week; 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with extended summer hours 9 a.m. - 8 p.m. Memorial Day - Labor Day. FREE Sundays: November - April. Kids and teens are always FREE!

Visit Two Museums and Save
You also may save money by purchasing a combination ticket to visit both The Corning Museum of Glass and the Rockwell Museum of Western Art located in Corning's Gaffer District.

                        CMoG         Rockwell         Both

Adults (20-54)   $15.00            $8                $20.00

55 Plus             $12.75           $7                $18.25

Students          $12.75           $7                $18.25

AAA/CAA         $12.75           $7                $18.25