Founded in 2006, the Museum of Western Film History collects, preserves and exhibits a broad and diverse collection of western film memorabilia. The museums honors the men and women of the silver screen who interpret the lives of the American Cowboy. In addition, the museum collects and shares information about movie making in the regional area of Inyo County.
The Museum of Western Film History's digital collection at California Revealed consists of texts from the 1920s. The collection includes photo albums depicting Hollywood movie sets, actors, and actresses.