Celebrating iconic symbols of Western heritage, ‘Spurs and Straps’ opens Sept. 13 at W.K. Gordon Museum.
- Sep 7, 2025
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Updated: Sep 8, 2025
TSU Media Relations
Special to Beneath the Surface News
The W.K. Gordon Museum and Research Center will host the exhibit “Spurs & Straps: A Legacy in Metal & Leather” celebrating the artistry and enduring legacy of R.F. and Liz Ford starting Sept. 13.
The exhibit will feature the craftsmanship of the Fords, whose handmade spurs and leatherwork have become iconic symbols of Western heritage and cowboy culture.
Visitors will journey through decades of dedication to traditional techniques, with displays featuring custom spurs and intricately tooled leathers produced by the Fords, along with personal artifacts and images that tell the story of a couple whose work bridged function and fine art.
This is a rare opportunity to experience the craftsmanship, culture and character behind one of the region’s most respected names in Western gear.
The exhibit will run through March 29, 2026.
I’ve always been into western style, and when I visited a similar exhibit on spurs and leather craftsmanship, I realized how important quality gear is. My friend recently bought some amazing western leather saddle bags for horses online, and he says the durability is unmatched. He found a great store after reading forums about cowboy accessories. If you appreciate handmade leather like the Fords’ work in that article, you should definitely check out western leather saddle bags for horses. The stitching and vintage vibe are just perfect for riding or even decorating.