Buffalo Bill’s hunting camp christened Camp Monaco, fall 1913. Prince Albert I of Monaco leans on the tree with A.A. Anderson to the left, and three other members of the hunting party. MS89 Jack Richard Photograph Collection. PN.89.16.2726.12 (detail; colorized)

37th Annual Patrons Ball

As of May 5, 2013, the 37^th annual Patrons Ball is officially sold out. If you wish to be placed on a waiting list for tickets in case of cancellations, contact laurenm@centerofthewest.org or call 307.578.4021.

September 21, 2013

The Buffalo Bill Historical Center’s major annual fundraising event—and premier gala of the Rocky Mountain region—the Patrons Ball, takes place September 21, 2013.

At our 37th annual Patrons Ball this year, we commemorate the one-hundredth anniversary of the Prince of Monaco’s visit to Cody Country in 1913, and we are pleased that His Serene Highness Prince Albert II of Monaco, great, great grandson of our 1913 guest, has accepted our invitation to the event.

Attendees will enjoy the music of the Denny Leroux Orchestra and fine dining prepared by Chef Ryan Boehme and Bravo Catering.

Patrons Ball is the culmination of Rendezvous Royale, a weeklong celebration of the arts in Cody. For tickets to other Rendezvous Royale events, please call 888.598.8119. For general information, call 307.578.4008 or visit the Rendezvous Royale website.

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This Year’s Raffles:

1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS!

This year’s raffle car graces our lobby: a 1970 Chevy Chevelle SS! Check out some of this car’s features—and purchase your tickets today! Tickets are $20 each or 6 for $100. The drawing takes place at our annual Patrons Ball, this year on September 21, 2013.

• 502 / 535 HP GM engine
• Power disc brakes
• Tremec GM TKO-600 manual 5-speed transmission
• Gabriel air shocks
• Power steering

More info!

Click here to purchase car raffle tickets.

Buffalo Bill-inspired Jacket by Jan Faulkner

Win this stunning leather lambskin jacket by designer Jan Faulkner. It’s inspired by the jackets worn by William F. “Buffalo Bill” Cody in his Wild West show days.

It features:

• Ladies size medium
• Fringed and embellished pockets, front, and cuffs
• Long fringe on the sleeves and shoulders
• Sterling silver buffalo buttons

This jacket is valued at $3,000. Tickets to enter the jacket raffle are $10 each.

Click here to purchase jacket raffle tickets.

We thank all who purchase tickets for this important fundraiser for the programs and work of the Buffalo Bill Historical Center.

Drawing to be held at the Buffalo Bill Historical Center’s Patrons Ball, Saturday, September 21, 2013. Need not be present to win. Any applicable taxes are the responsibility of the winner. Void where prohibited by law. Must be 18 or older to enter. Must be collected within 30 days of drawing.

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Sponsorship Opportunities

Thank you to those who have already signed up as 2013 Patrons Ball sponsors!

‘Spirit of the American West’ sponsors: Chevron and Marathon Oil Corporation.

‘Scout’ sponsors: Naoma Tate & the Family of Hal Tate.

‘Buffalo Bill’ sponsors: Robert Snyder, Bill Garlow, Jim and Ginger Dager, Phil Smith—Captel, Gordon Barrows, and Rocky Mountain Power.

Underwriting and sponsorship opportunities for this annual event are always available. E-mail Gina Schneider or call her at 307.578.4030. Click here to view our sponsorship opportunities for 2013.

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If you had your photograph taken at our 2012 Patrons Ball by Kathy Singer Photography, images are available for viewing and purchase on her Web site.

• Click here to go to “Portrait” photographs
• Click here to go to “Sponsor” photographs
• Click here to go to “Candid” photographs

Visit Kathy Singer Photography or contact Kathy directly.

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Patrons Ball is the finale to Rendezvous Royale, a week of the best of absolutely everything western in Cody, Wyoming! Join us for the excitement of a nationally recognized art show and a spirited auction of the best contemporary western art, and the best in western furniture and fashion with Cody High Style. Visit the Rendezvous Royale Web site for more information.

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