Museum · Jackson, Wyoming
National Museum of Wildlife Art
Art museum dedicated to wildlife, on a hill above the elk refuge, with paintings and sculptures by artists from several centuries.
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About National Museum of Wildlife Art
The National Museum of Wildlife Art sits on a hill north of Jackson in a stone building that blends into the slope, overlooking the National Elk Refuge. It gathers thousands of works about wildlife, from 19th-century paintings and sculptures to contemporary pieces.
The collection includes works by American and European artists, such as Carl Rungius, Robert Bateman and Georgia O'Keeffe, arranged in rooms by theme. Outside, a roughly 1 km sculpture trail passes life-size bronze animals, like bison and bears, with the mountain range as a backdrop.
The museum is a good option for rainy or cold days and pairs well with a visit to the refuge just below.
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Practical information
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How much time to set aside
One to two hours.
Best time
All year; on rainy or very cold days, it’s a good indoor option in town.
How to get there
By car, about 5 km north of downtown Jackson on Highway 191; it sits opposite the elk refuge.
Tip
From the museum terrace, with binoculars, you can often see elk in the refuge during winter.
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Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about National Museum of Wildlife Art
What’s in the Jackson wildlife art museum?
Paintings and sculptures of wildlife from several centuries and an outdoor sculpture trail.
Where is the museum located?
On a hill about 5 km north of downtown Jackson, facing the elk refuge.
How long does the visit take?
One to two hours, including the sculpture trail.


