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My Community Means Home

October 18, 2024 - November 17, 2024

Exhibition open October 18, 2024 – November 17, 2024

My Community Means Home

Neneeniinoo beneheiit nuhu’ ho’oowhuu’
Na ma oyo dis

National Geographic Photo Camp
Photos from the 2023 and 2024 National Geographic Photo Camps in Wyoming

Curated by National Geographic Explorer Kirsten Elstner, My Community Means Home showcases the unique voices and perspectives of 40 young people across Wyoming as they embrace stories of their past, present, and future through photography and writing.

These stunning photos and powerful written works were created during two National Geographic Photo Camps in 2023 and 2024. National Geographic Photo Camp is an immersive week-long experience where young people receive instruction and guidance from world-class National Geographic Explorers and photographers, to build their skills and confidence, explore the world around them, and develop deep connections with each other and their community.

The exhibition highlights the landscapes, as well as the beauty and resilience of the people of Wyoming and the Wind River Reservation, seen through the lens of youth representing Latinx, Northern Arapaho, Eastern Shoshone, and other communities across the state.

My Community Means Home illuminates the power of the bonds within our own communities and leaves audiences with a sense of belonging.

Header Image: Wyoming, July 2024 – A school of fish swimming the Popo Agie River in Sinks Canyon, Lander, Wyoming. Photo Credit: Arianna Friday/National Geographic Photo Camp.

Wyoming, July 2024 – A school of fish swimming the Popo Agie River in Sinks Canyon, Lander, Wyoming. Photo Credit: Arianna Friday/ National Geographic Photo Camp.
Wyoming, October 2023 – National Geographic Photo Camp Technical Director Darren Agboh, holding berries. Photo Credit: Augustine Porter/National Geographic Photo Camp.
Wyoming, October 2023 – A woman poses for a portrait in Jackson, Wyoming. Photo Credit: Georgetta Moss/National Geographic Photo Camp
Wyoming, October 2023 – A landscape in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. Photo Credit: Georgeanne Moss/National Geographic Photo Camp
Wyoming, July 2024 – Lisa Redman and her grandchild wrapped in a quilt made by Redman along the Middle Pope Agie River in Lander, Wyoming. Photo Credit: Keira Gardner/National Geographic Photo Camp
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What People Are Saying
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"I have been to Europe multiple times—studied art in so many places—never saw anything so fantastic as this! Stunning and jaw-dropping, thank you!"
— Maggie A.
"Thank you for this glorious dedication to our "wild" life and human connection. Moving, emotional, and informative, with beauty within it all. "
— Lynne R.
"Architecturally stunning, thoughtful, interesting, educational, superb art and exhibits. A memorable experience. Thank you!"
— Susan B.
"I've never seen anything like this and I'm grateful to have stopped by. The extinct bird display nearly made me cry with the bird calls. Beautiful!!! "
— Marley S.
"This museum was so intimate and inspiring. As a former art teacher, the children's center made me want to have a classroom again!"
— Ellan M.
"Thank you for making this stop fun for my five kids. It kept them engaged, which allowed me to enjoy looking too!"
— Katie V.
"Super cool experience, I enjoyed the paintings and the thick paint textures! It made me feel like I was immersed in the natural environment!"
— Carmel G.
"BEST Museum I've ever been to! The hands on and special spaces for children were amazing and drew young people of all ages! Great job!"
— Judy G.