Each year the Western Folklife Center conducts a Silent Auction in the lobby of the Elko Convention Center. The auction raises money to support the National Cowboy Poetry Gathering and other Folklife Center programs throughout the year. All of the items in the Auction are donated by our generous supporters.

Over the years, the Auction has included a wide range of exceptional items including framed artwork, western sculptures, western gear, musical instruments, western clothing, books, handmade quilts, decorative items, unique artist memorabilia, jewlery, travel packages and other unique western experiences. Be sure to stop by the Silent Auction during the Gathering and sign up to bid on one or more of the exceptional items on display.

Please consider donating something special to the Auction and support the Western Folklife Center. If you have something you would like to donate, please contact Cleo Hansen at 888-880-5885, extension 229 or by email at This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it .