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Francois Furet (Switzerland, 1842 - 1919), Weasel on Watch - detail, c. 1890.
Oil on Canvas. 59 1/4 x 39 1/2 inches. National Museum of Wildlife Art. |
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| Greetings! |

The return of spring means many things at the National Museum of Wildlife Art. For one, exciting programming returns as we gear up for yet another busy season.
Secondly, our unofficial Museum mascot, the marmot, has found his way out of his winter hiding place and into the rocks that line Rungius Road. Since most marmots are highly social, we like to think that our marmots are no exception, especially after being cooped up in their burrows all winter long. Not only do our visitors have springtime events and exhibitions to look forward to, but even the drive to the Museum provides an educational wildlife experience for those lucky enough to catch a glimpse of the marmots lounging in the sun. |
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| Wyoming Winners: Federal Junior Duck Stamp Exhibition |
May 3 - August 24
This nation-wide competition targets youth in public and private schools, grades K - 12, for participation in activities which will lead to a greater awareness of our nation's living resources. The Wyoming winners of this artistic competition will have their artwork displayed at the NMWA, the Wyoming host of the competition.
Generously sponsored by Clarke Nelson, Cynthia & Dick Quast, Joanne & David Stokes, and Spring Creek Ranch.
For more information on our other current exhibitions and events, please visit our website.
2008 Wyoming Junior Duck Stamp best in Show Winner. Brandon Russell, age 18, Cinnamon Teal. Oil Paint. Encampment High School, Encampment, WY. |
| First Sundays & Community Concert Series |
Sunday, May 4
Special activities and programs, 1:00 - 3:00pm.
Museum open from 1:00 - 5:00pm.
The first Sunday of every month is FREE for area locals! This month, musical guests for the Community Concert series will feature Kyle Johnson's piano students, ages 4 - 18, performing everything from Chopsticks to Chopin. Come check out our local musical talent!
First Sundays generously sponsored by The Jackson State Bank & Trust.
Community Concert Series music performance generously sponsored by Jan & Larry Finch and Sally Phinny.
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| Young at Art |
| Mondays, May 5 & 12
10:30 - 11:15am. Art classes for toddlers ages five and under, accompanied by their caregiver, focusing on the simple art concepts of color, shape, texture, and line. Pre-registration required for large groups. Free for members or with Museum admission. Call 307-732-5435 for details.
Generously sponsored by First Interstate Bank.
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| Spring Earth Festival Event: Stories of Predators |
Wednesday, May 7
7:00 - 8:30pm. A closer look into the lives of cougars, lynx, wolverines, and wolves. Free.
Generously sponsored by the National Museum of Wildlife Art, The Murie Center, and the Teton Sustainability Project. |
| Celebration of Young Artists |
Wednesday, May 7
5:30 - 6:30pm. Celebrate the arts with Teton County School District and the Journeys School K - 12 art classes' puppet exhibit and with local students, grades K - 12, whose art is represented in the Wyoming Federal Junior Duck Stamp and Young Illustrators' exhibitions. The Celebration will be followed by a Spring Earth Festival event in Cook Auditorium (see above). Free.
Generously sponsored by Carol & Peter Coxhead/The Nichols Foundation in Honor of Sarah Coxhead, Town of Jackson & Teton County Arts for All/Cultural Council of Jackson Hole, the Wyoming Arts Council, Clarke Nelson, Cynthia & Dick Quast, Joanne & David Stokes, and Spring Creek Ranch. |
| Photography at the Summit Workshop: The Conservation Summit |
Sunday, May 18 - Friday, May 23
Photography at the Summit is collaborating with the International League of Conservation Photographers. The Summit provides instruction, inspiration, and networking for attendees, with a new concentration on conservation. Scheduled workshop faculty include Chris Johns, Kathy Moran, Nick Nichols, Tom Mangelsen, Jack Dykinga, David Schonauer, and Rich Clarkson.
To register, please contact Rich Clarkson and Associates at RichClarkson.com or 1-800-745-3211.
Photo by Tim & Barbara Scully |
| Photography at the Summit Evening Lecture Series |
| Monday, May 19 - Thursday, May 22
Doors open 7:30pm; Galleries open 7:30 - 8:00pm; Lecture 8:00pm. Evening lecture series open to the public and includes top environmentalists discussing conservation issues and showcasing their work. Free for members, or with Museum admission. For a complete evening schedule, please contact Bronwyn Minton at 307-732-5438.
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| Penguins, Puffins, and Plankton:
Ocean Ecology in a Changing Climate |
| Friday, May 23
7:00 pm. Ian Bullock, a British seabird biologist, talks about seabird population changes in the North Atlantic and Antarctic Peninsula. Free for members, $5 for non-members.
Generously sponsored by Addie & Ted Donnan.
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Museum Shop Event: Artist Demonstration - Kathleen Sheard |
Sunday, May 25 - Monday, May 26
Nationally recognized wildlife artist, Kathleen Sheard, will be in the Museum Shop giving demonstrations on how she creates realistic wildlife paintings and sculpture in glass. After her demonstrations Sheard will be selling her work, including her popular glass scatter tracks. |
| "Wild at HeART" PBS film premier |
| Thursday, May 29
9:00pm. "Wild at HeART" tells the story of the creation of the National Museum of Wildlife Art in Jackson, Wyoming. When the Museum opened in 1987, the founders realized that its collection, together with Jackson Hole's setting, would provide unique educational and exhibition opportunities. Interviews with artists, visitors, volunteers, trustees, and staff celebrate the first 20 years of this distinctive Museum and the foremost collection of wildlife art in the United States. Produced by SavaFilm of Wilson, Wyoming.
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National Museum of Wildlife Art | 2820 Rungius Road | Box 6825 | Jackson | WY | 83001
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