Stockmen's Memorial Foundation

Stockmen's Memorial Foundation Western art gallery, museum and lending library. Drop in for a visit. Admission is by donation.

The Stockmen's Memorial Foundation's Bert Sheppard Library & Archives collects and preserves the history of Western ranching and the livestock industry. Our Collection includes: 100+ Cowboy hats worn at one time by various Alberta ranchers, Community history books, cowboy poetry and novels, western art - bronzes and paintings, brand books, historical and agricultural periodicals and assorted western histories of ranchers and ranches.

12-3 The Stockmen will be there with their Branding Experience! Hope to see you there.
08/20/2026

12-3 The Stockmen will be there with their Branding Experience! Hope to see you there.

Schedule of Events for Water Valley Day! โ˜€๏ธ ๐Ÿ‰

Excited to be part of Cochrane Discovery Days! ๐Ÿค See you there!
08/18/2026

Excited to be part of Cochrane Discovery Days! ๐Ÿค See you there!

If anyone missed their opportunity to collect a branded board from the Calgary Ironman 70.3 here in Cochrane July 26th, ...
08/04/2026

If anyone missed their opportunity to collect a branded board from the Calgary Ironman 70.3 here in Cochrane July 26th, we have some extras available at the Cochrane Ranchehouse for pick up.

Excited to congratulate and meet the athletes today!! Ironman 70.3 ๐ŸŽ‰๐Ÿค ๐ŸŽ‰
07/26/2026

Excited to congratulate and meet the athletes today!! Ironman 70.3 ๐ŸŽ‰๐Ÿค ๐ŸŽ‰

Stockmen's Memorial adds Western flare to Ironman 70.3. More than 1,300 athletes from 17 countries will converge on Cochrane for Ironman 70.3 Calgary this Sunday, and organizers are ensuring they'll leave with more than memories. CochraneNow/NoelEdey

Get the full story on the CochraneNow app/web

Stockmen's is proud to offer our branding experience at Calgary IRONMAN 70.3 here in Cochrane July 26th!  There is somet...
07/22/2026

Stockmen's is proud to offer our branding experience at Calgary IRONMAN 70.3 here in Cochrane July 26th!

There is something fitting about the IRONMAN logo being branded into place, a symbol of commitment, grit, and earning your spot. At IRONMAN 70.3 that same Wild West spirit runs through the entire race. You don't just show up. You earn it.

Best of luck to all the athletes competing we'll be cheering you on as you conquer the swim, bike, and run through stunning cowboy country! ๐ŸŠ๐Ÿšฒ๐Ÿƒ๐Ÿผโ€โ™‚๏ธ

๐Ÿ“š๐Ÿค  Barn & Book Sale at the Stockmen's Memorial Foundation! Looking for your next great read or a unique piece of Western...
07/15/2026

๐Ÿ“š๐Ÿค  Barn & Book Sale at the Stockmen's Memorial Foundation!

Looking for your next great read or a unique piece of Western history for your home? Join us at our Barn & Book Sale, where you'll find an incredible selection of vintage books, magazines, artwork, and paintings at unbeatable prices.

With some items starting at just $2, there's something for every history enthusiast, collector, and bargain hunter.

๐Ÿ“ Location: Cochrane RancheHouse โ€“ East Entrance
๐Ÿ’ฒ Prices starting at just $2

Whether you're searching for a rare Western publication, vintage ranching magazines, or the perfect piece of art to add character to your space, you never know what treasures you'll discover.

Come browse, support the Stockmen's Memorial Foundation, and take home a piece of Alberta's Western heritage. We look forward to seeing you!

We have a HUGE art sale right now of our vintage art for only $10 Come down and get your new art!!This will only be happ...
07/04/2026

We have a HUGE art sale right now of our vintage art for only $10
Come down and get your new art!!
This will only be happening for the next week, so hurry down!

Hope to see you Monday!๐Ÿฅž๐Ÿค 
07/02/2026

Hope to see you Monday!๐Ÿฅž๐Ÿค 

We're just one week away from our first annual Town of Cochrane Stampede Breakfast!

Round up your crew, dust off your cowboy boots and join us at The Station on July 6, from 7:30โ€“10:30 a.m. for a morning of pancakes and great company.
Attendees are encouraged to bring a non-perishable donation for the Cochrane Food Bank.

Learn more: Cochrane.ca/stampedebreakfast

Great weekend spent branding at Dartique days and Fatherโ€™s Day at The Crossing! The weather held and there were smiles a...
06/25/2026

Great weekend spent branding at Dartique days and Fatherโ€™s Day at The Crossing! The weather held and there were smiles all a around! โ˜€๏ธ๐Ÿ˜Ž

We even met a special little dog Rebel who walks himself with his leash! Such a good boy he received his own brand. ๐Ÿพ๐Ÿถ๐Ÿฆด

Thank you to Bill Bateman and Erik Butters for their help in making these events possible.

Dartique Hall The Crossing At Ghost River. Olivia Cleverley

๐Ÿค  OWN A PIECE OF WESTERN HISTORY! ๐Ÿค We are thrilled to offer a limited, premium collection of official, unique Calgary St...
06/20/2026

๐Ÿค  OWN A PIECE OF WESTERN HISTORY! ๐Ÿค 

We are thrilled to offer a limited, premium collection of official, unique Calgary Stampede Art Posters spanning from 1973 to 2019!

Whether you are a lifelong fan of the "Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth," a dedicated western art collector, or looking for the perfect statement piece for your home, office, or cabinโ€”these rare collectibles are beautifully preserved and ready to display.

โœจ Why add these to your collection?

Iconic Artistry: Features legendary cover artists and historic Stampede designs.

Rare Finds: Select years from a 46-year span are available.

Perfect Gifts: Find a poster from a birth year, anniversary, or a favorite Stampede memory!

๐Ÿšจ Quantities are highly limited and sold on a first-come, first-served basis. ---

๐Ÿ“ž HOW TO PURCHASE OR VIEW:
Don't miss out on your favorite years! Get in touch with us directly to check availability and pricing:

๐Ÿ“ฑ Phone: 403-932-3782

โœ‰๏ธ Email: [email protected]

๐Ÿ“ Message us today or use the contact info above to secure your piece of the legend!

Address

101 RancheHouse Road
Cochrane, AB
T4C2K8

Opening Hours

Tuesday 9am - 3pm
Wednesday 9am - 3pm
Thursday 9am - 3pm
Friday 9am - 3pm

Telephone

403-932-3782

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