The Will James Roundup is a working ranch horse and ranch-style rodeo held in Hardin, Montana at The Big Horn County Fairgrounds. 2013 will mark the third year for this spectacular event which will be held on July 12th, 13th, & 14th. This event helps raise funds for maintenance and repair of the Will James cabins, located at the Big Horn County Museum. 

Will James was a noted cowboy, author, and artist who owned the Rocking R Ranch east of Pryor, Montana. In 2009, his log studio and two cabins were donated to The Big Horn County Museum by The Sunlight Ranch and moved to the museum grounds. With proceeds from the Inaugural Event in 2011 to date, the Will James Roundup Staff has gifted over $6,000- toward the support of the Will James Project, offering an opportunity for the public to be a part of and participate in this local 3-day event.

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          2013 Bingo!

The 2013 Will James Roundup Spaghetti Dinner & BINGO will be held on on Saturday, January 19th with a Happy Hour beginning at 4 p.m.! The Spaghetti Dinner starts at 5 p.m. & Bingo begins at 6 p.m. Bingo Prizes include Custom Braiding Work, Artwork, Jewelry, and more! The Dinner & Bingo will be held at The Big Horn County Fairgrounds. For more info, please check out our Facebook page! 
2012 champs
          Ranch Bronc Riding Event
   Pure Excitement!

This event is considered to be the "Father" of modern day rodeo. While similar to professional bronc riding, the difference is that the cowboys are riding in their everyday work saddle, rigged like it is every morning when they saddle up. This is one of the premier events to watch at The Will James Roundup - offering excitement, danger, and athletic prowess on the part of both horse & rider. Read More


  WJR Results 2012

The 2nd Annual Will James Roundup proved to be another great success! Cowboys and cowgirls from all over the area descended upon The Big Horn County Fairgrounds to compete for the great payouts, bragging rights, and a great cause! Monies raised provide help in the restoration and upkeep of the Will James Cabins at The Big Horn County Museum. Read More

Big Horn County Historical Museum

The Big Horn County Historical Society developed the Big Horn County Historical Museum in 1978 on a 22 acre farm. Over the past 31 years the museum has grown dramtically from one building to 24 significant historic structures that have have been moved to the property from various locations. Visit the BHCM Site

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