October is Membership Month at the Desert Caballeros Western Museum, with special discounts on annual memberships available through October 31. Become a member online or email info@westernmuseum.org.

Friday, October 24, marks the opening of our annual Dia de los Muertos ofrenda, on view in the CCLC through Wednesday, November 5.

That same evening, from 5:30 to 7 p.m., members are invited to a special reception for the new exhibition “A Sculptor’s Soul: The Mythology and Lore of John Coleman’s West” in the CCLC. RSVP by October 20 to info@westernmuseum.org.

On Saturday, October 25, the exhibition “A Sculptor’s Soul” officially opens to the public and will remain on view through August 30, 2026, in the CCLC.

Tuesday, October 28, from 10 to 11 a.m., join Dr. Eduardo Pagán for a walking tour titled “There Will Be Blood! A Tour of Murder and Mayhem in Wickenburg”. Meet at the Main Museum at 21 North Frontier Street. Call (928) 684-2272 for more information or email info@westernmuseum.org.

Thursday, October 30, at 5:30 p.m., members are invited to a Halloween Movie Night featuring “Billy the Kid vs. Dracula” in the CCLC, with candy, popcorn, and prizes for best costumes*. RSVP by Tuesday, October 28 to info@westernmuseum.org.

*costumes optional

Call (928) 684-2272 M-F during business hours for full details and to sign up for events. Calendar subject to change without notice.

Many events are included with regular paid museum admission and are free for members and for children 17 and under when accompanied by an adult. Some programs require an additional fee. Member-only events require a RSVP. Sign up online or email info@westernmuseum.org.