History of the National Western Stock Show

Opening

Jan 29, 1906

The first show to be held at the National Western Stock Show was held on January 29th and ran six days long.
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Brief History

Period: Sep 13, 1906 to Sep 14, 2006

This is just a brief history of the National Western Stock Show.
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Rodeo

Jan 13, 1931

The first rodeo was held at the 25th National Western Stock Show.
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Westernaires

Jan 13, 1954

The first appearance of the Westernaires at the rodeo.
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Increase

Sep 13, 1981

The show increased to 12 days and had 21 rodeo performances.
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100 Years!

Jan 13, 2006

The National Western Stock Show is celebrating 100 years.
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