Member Events

Family Play Space

Tuesdays–Fridays 10 a.m.–1 p.m.
Saturdays and Sundays 10 a.m.–4 p.m.

Overhead view of a busy indoor event with people of all ages gathered around tables covered in art supplies and crafts, socializing, and participating in creative activities under bright lighting.

Toddler Tuesdays

Every Tuesday, 10:15–11:00 a.m.

A collage showing: a man playing guitar for a child, children and adults crafting together at a table, and a group of children raising their hands enthusiastically towards an adult outdoors.

AUTRY AFTER HOURS | An Evening with Smiley Bone Jones

Thursday, October 15, 2026, 6–9 p.m.

A person wearing a leather jacket with “SMILEY BONE JONES” on the back stands at a city street corner, facing away from the camera. Cars and pedestrians are visible in the urban background.

Tiny Tales and Mini Makers

Select Saturdays and Sundays, 10:15-11:15 a.m.

A group of young children sit together indoors, with one blonde girl smiling and looking at an adult nearby. The room has soft lighting and a relaxed atmosphere.

Halloween Party: A Night at the Autry Museum

Saturday, October 17, 2026, 5:30–8:30 p.m.

Two children in Halloween costumes stand among large glowing jack-o’-lantern decorations while someone takes their photo. The scene is colorful and festive with spooky, playful decorations.

Sound Bath Experience | Begin with sound. Continue with attention. Experience the museum differently.

Sunday, October 18, 2026, 10:30–11:30 a.m.

Two people sit on stage in front of a red curtain. One is surrounded by white crystal singing bowls, and the other sits beside electronic equipment. Both are smiling, seated on the floor under stage lighting.

Cara Romero in Conversation

Sunday, October 18, 2026, 2–3:30 p.m.

Black and white photo of two women in dark tops; the woman on the left wears long beaded earrings, while the woman on the right has shoulder-length hair. Both face the camera with neutral expressions.

Family Fun Day: Mini Pumpkin Patch and Spooky Cartoon Shorts

Saturday, October 24, 2026, 10 a.m.–2 p.m.

Smiling girl with long brown hair holds a small pumpkin decorated with a cat face and googly eyes. She wears a blue vest and a pink watch.

Author Talk | He Has the People: Abraham Lincoln and the Election of 1860

Tuesday, October 27, 2026, 7:30–9 p.m.

Illustration of Abraham Lincoln on a flag background with text: "A gripping look at how Abraham Lincoln got elected the 16th President of the United States.

Sacred Path x The Autry Pow Wow 2026

Saturday, November 7, 2026, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. (Grand Entry at 1 p.m.)

Four people sit around a large traditional drum, each holding a colored mallet and striking the drum together. The drum has a taut, laced surface and is played outdoors.

Sound Bath Experience | Begin with sound. Continue with attention. Experience the museum differently.

Sunday, November 8, 2026, 10:30–11:30 a.m.

Marshall McKay Seminar for Empowering Native Knowledge | W. Richard West Jr.

Friday, November 13, 2026, 2–5:30 p.m. | Friday, November 13, 2026, 6–8 p.m. | Saturday, November 14, 2026, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

A man wearing a suit stands in a vast field of tall grass, with rolling hills and a cloudy sky in the background, captured in black and white.

Autry Tree Lighting Holiday Celebration

Saturday, November 21, 2026, 6–9 p.m.

Three women in matching red dresses and white shawls sing on stage decorated with Christmas trees, gifts, and lights. The festive backdrop includes gold elements and snowflakes, evoking a cheerful holiday atmosphere.

The Chrystina and James R. Parks Research Center for Archives, Conservation, and Collections Care Tour

Friday, December 4, 2026, 10–11 a.m.

A man in a white shirt and black pants examines intricately designed saddles in a storage room. The saddles are mounted on racks, arranged on blue and white protective padding. The room has shelves and a bright atmosphere.

Autry Holiday Event – Santa’s Winter Wonderland

Saturday, December 5, 2026, 11 a.m.–4 p.m.

A large, decorated Christmas tree with lights stands in the center of a festive outdoor scene, surrounded by smaller lit displays, including a reindeer, snowmen, and colorful ornaments.

Strong Words Holiday Show: Voices of the City at the Autry

Sunday, December 6, 2026, 1:30–3 p.m.

Three people perform at microphones, each dressed festively. A banner in the center reads “Strong Words Holidays Show!” with bold, colorful text and a microphone illustration.

Sound Bath Experience | Begin with sound. Continue with attention. Experience the museum differently.

Sunday, December 13, 2026, 10:30–11:30 a.m.

Exhibition Artist Discussion Promised Lands: California's Unratified Treaties and Native Resilience

Thursday, January 14, 2027, 6–9 p.m.

A woman with long brown hair and tattoos sits in front of colorful, abstract artwork. She wears a “Dreamers & Schemers” t-shirt and star earrings, smiling gently at the camera.

AUTRY AFTER HOURS | Tales of the West: An Evening with Matt Axton

Thursday, January 21, 2027, 6–9 p.m.

A man in a yellow shirt plays an acoustic guitar and sings into a microphone on stage with a purple background. Another musician stands beside him.

California Art Club’s 116th Gold Medal Exhibition and Sale | Artist and Sponsor Preview Reception

Saturday, February 6, 2027, 3–6 p.m.

Collage shows a gold medal, people viewing art displays, and gallery walls with paintings and sculptures at the California Art Club’s Annual Gold Medal Exhibition.

California Art History Lecture by Jean Stern with Gold Medal Artist Meet & Greet

Sunday, February 7, 2027, 1–4 p.m.

AUTRY AFTER HOURS | Country Classics with Carmine Sardo and His Wild Country Band

Thursday, February 18, 2027, 6–9 p.m.

Four men perform country music onstage with guitars, keyboard, and drums. They wear casual clothes and hats. Neon signs, American flags, and black-and-white portraits decorate the background.

Artist Panel Discussion and California Art Club’s Gold Medal Awards Ceremony

Saturday, March 6, 2027, 1–5 p.m.

People view paintings and sculptures at the California Art Club’s Annual Gold Medal Exhibition, with a central image of the event’s gold medal and text highlighting the exhibition.

Autry After Hours: Live Music by the Jazz Salon All-Stars

Thursday, March 18, 2027, 6–9 p.m.

A man in a suit and bow tie plays a trumpet with concentration. The background is black, highlighting the musician and his instrument. The image is in black and white.

AUTRY AFTER HOURS | Live Music and Western Art Show

Thursday, April 8, 2027, 6–9 p.m.

A band dressed in old-fashioned Western attire performs outdoors at the Autry Museum, drawing a crowd. The scene includes musicians playing instruments such as guitars and violins. The museum's "After Hours" event is advertised with a yellow frame on the left side.

116th Annual Gold Medal Exhibition Closing Day Paint/Sculpt-Out and Family Day

Saturday, April 10, 2027, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Exhibition Opening Celebration | Stories From the Saddle

Saturday, May 22, 2027, 4–6 p.m.

An ornate, Western-style saddle with detailed silver and gold embellishments, intricate leather tooling, and decorative straps, displayed against a plain white background.

Exhibition Opening Celebration | Native Skate

Friday, September 24, 2027, 6–8 p.m.

A skateboard with ceramic wheels and deck, featuring intricate, swirling patterns and designs engraved on the surface, displayed against a neutral gray background.

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Member Events

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Family Play Space

Toddler Tuesdays

AUTRY AFTER HOURS | An Evening with Smiley Bone Jones

Tiny Tales and Mini Makers

Halloween Party: A Night at the Autry Museum

Sound Bath Experience | Begin with sound. Continue with attention. Experience the museum differently.

Cara Romero in Conversation

Family Fun Day: Mini Pumpkin Patch and Spooky Cartoon Shorts

Author Talk | He Has the People: Abraham Lincoln and the Election of 1860

Sacred Path x The Autry Pow Wow 2026

Sound Bath Experience | Begin with sound. Continue with attention. Experience the museum differently.

Marshall McKay Seminar for Empowering Native Knowledge | W. Richard West Jr.

Autry Tree Lighting Holiday Celebration

The Chrystina and James R. Parks Research Center for Archives, Conservation, and Collections Care Tour

Autry Holiday Event – Santa’s Winter Wonderland

Strong Words Holiday Show: Voices of the City at the Autry

Sound Bath Experience | Begin with sound. Continue with attention. Experience the museum differently.

Exhibition Artist Discussion Promised Lands: California's Unratified Treaties and Native Resilience

AUTRY AFTER HOURS | Tales of the West: An Evening with Matt Axton

California Art Club’s 116th Gold Medal Exhibition and Sale | Artist and Sponsor Preview Reception

California Art History Lecture by Jean Stern with Gold Medal Artist Meet & Greet

AUTRY AFTER HOURS | Country Classics with Carmine Sardo and His Wild Country Band

Artist Panel Discussion and California Art Club’s Gold Medal Awards Ceremony

Autry After Hours: Live Music by the Jazz Salon All-Stars

AUTRY AFTER HOURS | Live Music and Western Art Show

116th Annual Gold Medal Exhibition Closing Day Paint/Sculpt-Out and Family Day

Exhibition Opening Celebration | Stories From the Saddle

Exhibition Opening Celebration | Native Skate

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Autry Museum of the American West