Be wildly inspired.
Wildlife encounters aren't just for the national parks. At the National Museum of Wildlife Art you'll stand face to face with lifesize sculptures on our outdoor trail, take in vistas of the National Elk Refuge, and experience wildlife of the world through art of all mediums in our curated collection and exhibits.
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Wolves: Photography by Ronan Donovan
Through April 29, 2023This exhibition features the impactful work of National Geographic Explorer and photographer Ronan Donovan. Created by National Geographic Society and the National Museum of Wildlife Art, this exhibition will display images and videos—highlighting the contrast between wolves that live in perceived competition with humans and wolves that live without human intervention.
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For the Love of Canines
Through September 30, 2023For the Love of Canines questions humans’ relation and fascination with canines, whether love or loathing, through works of art from the Museum's permanent collection.
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Pistils and Petals: Wyoming’s Polli-Nation
Starts December 17, 2022More than 80 percent of the world’s flowering plants need a pollinator to reproduce and survive. This year the student-curated project presented by art students at Jackson Hole High School focuses on local wildlife and pollination.
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Exploring Wildlife Art
Long Term InstallationFeaturing old favorites and never-before-seen acquisitions, this new gallery layout explores humanity’s relationship with wildlife via the art of nature.
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American Black Bear - Carl Rungius
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Black Peacocks with Japanese Persimmons - Jessie Arms Botke
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Caravan (Owl) - Peter Gerakaris
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African Lions - Wilhelm Kuhnert
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Leopard in a Sausage Tree - Robert Bateman
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Pas de Deux - Robert F. Kuhn
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Run River Run - Steve Kestrel
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Chamois Mother and Baby - Rosa Bonheur
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Wingmead - Richard E. Bishop
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Belly Deep - Astley David Middleton Cooper
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Come for the art. Stay for the full experience.
Between perusing galleries featuring more than 550 artists and over 5,000 cataloged items of animal art, don’t forget NMWA’s on-site attractions.
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Dine at Palate
Inspired indoor and outdoor dining with breathtaking views of the National Elk Refuge.
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Explore the Sculpture Trail
Experience the art of wildlife sculpture within the natural setting of Jackson Hole’s incomparable landscape. Designed by award-winning landscape architect, Walter Hood.
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Browse Our Exhibits
Explore temporary exhibtions and dive deeper into the permanent collection!
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NMWA is the nation’s only museum dedicated solely to wildlife art, representing wild animals from around the world.
Our mission is to impart knowledge and inspire appreciation of humanity’s relationship with wildlife and nature through art and education.
Wildlife art provides an opportunity to connect with nature, our environment, and the outdoors. Join our mission to inspire and inform these important connections.
Call for Submissions for Re-Imagining Conservation at the National Museum of Wildlife Art
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Read MoreNational Museum of Wildlife Art to host Wolf Weekend, a series of events in celebration of the opening of Wolves: Photography by Ronan Donovan
Jackson, WY: The National Museum of Wildlife Art (NMWA) will open Wolves: Photography by Ronan Donovan with a series of events, collectively coined “Wolf Weekend.”...
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