National Cowboys of Color Museum and Hall of Fame Selects Nine Notable Inductees



the Fort Worth Convention Center. The Hall of Fame induction ceremony salutes outstanding pioneers who contributed to the settling of the early American Western Frontier.

Ft. Worth, TX July 9, 2006 -- The National Cowboys of Color Museum and Hall of Fame in Fort Worth, Texas will host its annual Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony on Thursday, August 31, 2006 at the Fort Worth Convention Center. The Hall of Fame induction ceremony salutes outstanding pioneers who contributed to the settling of the early American Western Frontier as well as acknowledge individuals who continue to be trailblazers committed to the legacy of western culture. This year's8217;s induction ceremony will be surrounded by a weekend of events to salute the women, men and history of the 's8220;Forgotten Old West's8221;.

The 2006 National Cowboys of Color Inductees will include Patricia Kelly, Ken Pollard, Charley Pride, Rosieleetta Reed. There will also be posthumous inductions for George Fletcher, Jackson Sundown, Bass Reeves, Knox Simmons and Colonel Juan Seguin. Past HOF inductees include greats like Mel Blount, 's8220;Stagecoach's8221; Mary Fields, Bill Pickett, Jerry Diaz and Quanah Parker, to name a few.

The National Cowboys of Color Museum and Hall of Fame is a non-profit organization founded in 2001 to give recognition to outstanding pioneers who contributed to the settling of the early American Western Frontier as well as acknowledge individuals who continue to be trailblazers committed to the legacy of western culture. The Museum and Hall of Fame tells the stories of the contributions that many history books left out and presents excellent examples of American Heroes of the past, present and future. The museum's8217;s regular operation hours are Wednesday through Saturday from 11:00 am to 6:00 pm.   
       
For more information on the 2006 National Cowboys of Color Museum Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony and weekend celebration activities, including sponsorship opportunities and tickets, please call the museum's8217;s business office at (817) 922-9999.    
                                                                     




National Cowboys of Color Museum and Hall of Fame Selects Nine Notable Inductees