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Currently at NMWA

In addition to our permanent collection of more than 550 artists and over 5,000 cataloged items of animal art, there’s always something extra on at NMWA.

Current Exhibits

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The Great Elephant Migration

Through June 20, 2025

The Great Elephant Migration is a global fundraising adventure to amplify indigenous knowledge and inspire the human race, to share space. This one-year campaign, that launched in July 2024 in Newport, RI, will see 100 magnificent Indian elephants migrate across the USA to share their coexistence story with the world. The elephants will be coming to Jackson in June of 2025.

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Prismatic Menagerie: Origami-Inspired Sculptures by Hacer

Through May 31, 2026

We are adding a bold pop of color to the Cache corridor this summer! Take a wander on the wild side and explore the Prismatic Menagerie from the National Museum of Wildlife Art to Center for the Arts—it’s a straight shot down Cache/Hwy 89. With five bold origami-inspired sculptures, this exciting outdoor exhibition brings Hacer’s work to Jackson Hole through a collaboration between two of Jackson’s impactful art institutions.

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Exploring Wildlife Art

Long Term Installation

Featuring 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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Upcoming Events

Events at the
museum

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  • Fables, Feathers & Fur

    May 23, 2025 @ 10:30 am Learn More

  • Sneak Peek of Wildlife Photographer of the Year

    May 23, 2025 @ 11:30 am Learn More

  • Fables, Feathers & Fur

    May 30, 2025 @ 10:30 am Learn More

  • Sneak Peek of A Conceptual Thread

    May 30, 2025 @ 11:30 am Learn More

  • Members Only Meet and Greet with Terrance Guardipee

    May 30, 2025 @ 4:00 pm Learn More

  • Blessing of the Elephants – Community Exhibition Opening

    May 30, 2025 @ 5:00 pm Learn More

  • First Sundays – Locals’ Free Day at the Museum

    June 1, 2025 @ 10:00 am Learn More

  • Walk-Up Wednesdays

    June 4, 2025 @ 11:00 am Learn More

  • Fables, Feathers & Fur

    June 6, 2025 @ 10:30 am Learn More

  • Walk-Up Wednesdays

    June 11, 2025 @ 11:00 am Learn More
Long Term Exhibits

  • Gilcrease Gallery

    The Gilcrease Gallery features work from famous European wildlife artists, including Edwin Landseer, Théodore Géricault, Jean-Léon Gérôme, and more.

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  • Spirit Totems: Sculpture by Herb Alpert

    In addition to being a world-renowned musician, Herb Alpert has spent more than half his life as a respected abstract expressionist painter and sculptor. Always...

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  • Carl Rungius Gallery National Museum of Wildlife Art

    Carl Rungius Gallery

    This installation features the largest public collection of work by Carl Rungius, widely regarded as the preeminent painter of North American wildlife.

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  • JKM Gallery

    This installation includes wildlife paintings by Albert Bierstadt, Arthur Fitzwilliam Tait, Newell Convers Wyeth, Charles M. Russell, William R. Leigh and many others.

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  • Greene Pathways Gallery

    The Greene Pathways Gallery presents a selection of western art representing the wildlife and history of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem.

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  • Children’s Discovery Gallery

    See the Children’s Discovery Gallery at the National Museum of Wildlife Art in Jackson, WY. The art includes animal costumes, a puppet theater & more.

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  • John Clymer Studio

    This exhibit features the contents of the original John Clymer studio, including reference books, studio props, costumes and other artifacts.

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  • Exploring Wildlife Art

    Featuring 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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Upcoming Exhibits
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Wildlife Photographer of the Year

Starts May 24, 2025

Wildlife Photographer of the Year is the most prestigious photography event of its kind, providing a global platform that showcases some of the best photography talent from around the world for nearly 60 years.

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A Conceptual Thread

Starts May 31, 2025

Various types of textile art—quilting, weaving, tapestry, and knitting—will be featured in this exhibit, each showcasing its unique ability to tell stories about wildlife and nature. The exhibition will also include a large communal loom in the Wapiti Gallery; Museum visitors will have the opportunity to contribute to the exhibition by weaving on this loom during their visit.

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Past Exhibits
  • March 15, 2025 - May 4, 2025

    State of the Art: Student Art Show in Honor of Marion Buchenroth

  • October 26, 2024 - May 4, 2025

    Tony Foster: Watercolour Diaries from the Green River

  • November 2, 2024 - April 27, 2025

    Out of the Shadows: Prints from the Permanent Collection

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Plan Your Visit

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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What People Are Saying
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"The permanent collection is fantastic, and the temporary shows are insightful and always full of surprises. "
— Jennifer S.
"Incredible and not to be missed. Bierstadt, Wyeth, O'Keeffe and many other greats all represented!"
— David P.
"Well worth the trip! The collection was much more extensive than we expected. The exterior sculptures are wonderful."
— Elizabeth H.
"Absolutely wonderful museum. First class collection!"
— Caroline M.
"Exquisite art! Such a wonderful experience."
— Jack M.
"I was blown away with the exhibits. This is certainly one of the best places in Jackson!"
— D.H.