This study aims to explain the history of the establishment of the Sasmito turunggo Mulyo horse braid art. Horse braid is a traditional Javanese ethnic art found in West Pasaman Regency, Ranah Batahan District, Nagari Desa Baru. Where previously this art was performed individually. However, over time in 1998 this art has been structured and formed into an organization. This research is a type of field study research with a qualitative approach. The results of this study indicate that the Sasmito Turunggo Mulyo horse braid organization was established in 1998 which was inseparable from the arrival of Javanese ethnic transmigration to the new village nagari, with the development of horse braid art has been performed at various events such as weddings, circumcisions, naming children, independence day events and members of the art are also increasing. The public response to this art is entertaining with attractions performed by the players, the impact can improve the economy for the surrounding community.
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