Tarleton’s Edmondson Spur Collection Goes on Exhibit in Clifton

STEPHENVILLE, Texas — “Texas Spurs and the Artists Who Created Them,” previously on exhibit at Tarleton State University’s W.K. Gordon Center for the Industrial History of Texas, is on the road to the Bosque Arts Center in Clifton. 

The historical spur component of the exhibit will show through April 30, and modern spurs will be on display throughout May, with a reception and presentation featuring spur maker Wilson Capron at 6:30 p.m. May 4.

The Hugh Edmondson Collection of spurs and bits contains spurs made by more than 20 craftsmen over 120 years. It showcases a variety of materials, finishes, designs, sizes and shapes. 

A Tarleton alumnus, Edmondson recently donated his collection to the university.

Bosque Arts Center hours are Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Visit https://www.bosqueartscenter.org/, or contact the Bosque Arts Center at 254-675-3724.

A founding member of The Texas A&M System, Tarleton State University is breaking records — in enrollment, research, scholarship, athletics, philanthropy and engagement — while transforming the lives of approximately 18,000 students in Stephenville, Fort Worth, Waco, Bryan and online. For 125 years, Tarleton State has been committed to accessible higher education opportunities for all while helping students grow academically, socially and professionally through programs that emphasize real world learning and address regional, state and national needs.
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