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The American Cowboy

Amarillo celebrates the National Day of the American Cowboy on July 28 at the American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame & Museum.

The American Quarter Horse Journal
July 5, 2012

Come celebrate the National Day of the American Cowboy on July 28 at the Hall of Fame.

The National Day of the American Cowboy is an event that is celebrated around the country, including right here in Amarillo. Local groups have joined forces to teach, entertain and celebrate the eighth Annual National Day of the American Cowboy with the public. The celebration takes place from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. on July 28 at the American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame & Museum. This free event will provide entertainment for the whole family.

Local partners including the Hall of Fame, the outdoor musical TEXAS, local country music station 101.9 Blake FM and the Amarillo Convention & Visitors Council are pleased to provide the following activities and events during the celebration:

  • Ride an American Quarter Horse between 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. Sign-up starts at 12:30 p.m. and again at 2:30 p.m.
  • Junior Ranch Rodeo by Pokey the Clown between 10 a.m. and 12 p.m. Sign up starts at 9 a.m.
  • Special performances by the cast of TEXAS
  • A tour of the Hall of Fame
  • Musical squares with mop ponies for children
  • Make a rope like cowboys use starting at 10 a.m.

All are welcome to come learn more about the American cowboy and take part in the celebration. There is no admission fee and free food and drinks will be provided.

The National Day of the American Cowboy campaign was founded in 2004 to preserve, protect and promote the cowboy and western heritage. The campaign lobbies for the passage of the national resolution designating the fourth Saturday of every July a permanent celebration on the national calendar. The campaign believes in honoring cowboys and cowgirls for their enduring contribution and their courageous, pioneering American spirit. For more information on the scope of this day as a national event, go to www.nationaldayofthecowboy.com.

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