International Archaeology Day – 2015
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Mercill Archaeology Center Public Preview
Free sneak peak open house at the new Mercill Archaeology Center at 105 Mercill on Sunday, July 27 from 10am – 4pm, and on Tuesday, July 29 from 4pm – 7 pm. Range of activities for the whole family including a mock archaeological dig.
TravelStorysGPS
TravelStorysGPS (a FREE app) has brought the historic downtown Jackson walking tour to the tips of your fingers!
GENEROUS MATCH OFFERED!
An anonymous donor has offered to match any of the new donations for the Mercill Archaeology Center that come in this week up to $3,600! Help us take advantage of this generous offer and double your donation – Thank you! Go to https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/mercill-archaeology-center/x/7151575
Mercill Archaeology Center
The Jackson Hole Historical Society and Museum is launching an exciting new initiative! The Mercill Archaeology Center is the cornerstone of the museum’s Jackson Hole Archaeology Initiative, a series of public programs and research opportunities in the Teton and Greater Yellowstone Regions based out of its historical Coey Cabin. Offering a combination of class and […]
Mark James Mercill Memorial
Jackson native Mark James Mercill passed away on January 3, 2014. His family requested that the Jackson Hole Historical Society and Museum set up a memorial in his name. Donations made in his memory have been used to create the Mercill Archaeology Center at the historic Coey cabin at 105 Mercill. The formal dedication with the family is scheduled for Saturday, August 9th at 2:00 p.m.
Summer volunteer opportunities
As the busy summer season approaches, we need volunteers to be museum docents, retail store staff, walking tour guides, program presenters, and hosts for the Wyoming State Historical Society annual Trek Weekend June 20-23.
A Western Winter’s Eve
” A Western Winter’s Eve – Music, Dance & Film ‘Coach Style’” at the Center for the Arts on Friday, March 14th, 6:00 p.m. – 10:30 p.m. The Stagecoach’s legendary Sunday Night ‘church’ and Disco Night collide at this all-ages event that is the LAST CHANCE to see “The Stagecoach Bar: An American Crossroads” on the big screen in Jackson.
In Memory of Walt Farmer
Walt Farmer, a loyal friend of the Jackson Hole Historical Society and Museum, died on January 29, 2014. We knew Walt as a lover of history, dedicated volunteer and patriotic veteran, and we will miss him. Thank you Walt for your dedication to the community, our heritage, and our nation.
“See you down the trail . . .”
Our dear friend Jack Huyler died on January 2, 2014 at his home in Ojai, California, at the age of 93. We knew him as a wonderful storyteller, lover of history, and loyal supporter of the Jackson Hole Historical Society and Museum. He will be missed by all of us.
Grand Re-opening of Original Museum
The Jackson Hole Historical Society and Museum celebrated its Grand Re-Opening of our original museum and its 55th Anniversary on Friday, August 2nd from 5:00 -7:00 pm at the corner of Glenwood and Deloney. Remarks were made by Board Member Laurent Roux and Executive Director Dr. Sharon Kahin before Mayor Mark Barron cut the ribbon. Attendees […]
Celebrating Those That Serve: Veterans and Volunteers
At Noon on Veteran’s Day, Monday, November 11, 2013 an appreciation luncheon was held for our volunteers who have helped us out recently, including board members. The event was sponsored by Captain Harry Konkel, and a number of matching donors. At 2:00 pm, an American Legion Color Guard presented the colors and our very own […]
Increase in Member Benefits
Members now receive a 15% discount on purchases at the Museum Store. New and current members receive a free book which may be picked up at the Museum Store, and may select one of these three choices: Set of three (see below) And That’s the Way It Was in Jackson’s Hole, 2nd Edition by Jack Huyler Windows […]
Key Ingredients & Christmas Openings
The Jackson Hole Historical Society and Museum is pleased to announce the opening of their local exhibit, “Key Ingredients: Jackson Hole Flavors,” on Sunday, December 2 from 1-5 p.m. The special exhibit explores Jackson Hole food culture and is associated with Key Ingredients: America by Food, a Smithsonian Institution traveling exhibition slated to open in […]
Olde Tyme Christmas: Stories & Songs
OLDE TYME CHRISTMAS AND HOLIDAY CELEBRATION SHOWCASES LOCAL STORYTELLERS AND MUSICAL TALENT JACKSON: The Jackson Hole Historical Society and Museum (JHHSM) and the Wort Hotel invite you to their Annual Old Tyme Christmas and Winter Celebration on Thursday, December 14th, 2017. A part of the Wort Hotel’s “Twelve Days of Christmas,” the fun begins at […]
Online Exhibit About Dog Sledding
In honor of the International Pedigree Stage Stop race which started in Jackson on January 25th, the museum has created an online exhibit “Sled Dog Tales: Dog Sledding in Jackson Hole.” The exhibit was written by a member on the museum’s Board of Directors, Steve Morriss, a fabulous writer and dedicated historian. It features a number […]
Gap Pucci 10/16 Author program POSTPONED
Regrettably, we have had to postpone Gap Pucci’s program that was slated for next Tuesday, October 16 at the history museum, due to a death. This was the third program in our Local Author Series, a collaboration with Teton County Library. An update will be posted when the program has been rescheduled.
Local Authors Sign Books at History Museum
The Jackson Hole Historical Society and Museum is hosting its annual local authors book signing event, “Celebration of Writing as an Art Form,” on Wednesday, September 12, from 2-6 p.m. Authors sign books in the museum at 225 N. Cache in the exhibition gallery. During the event, museum admission is free. Authors signing books on […]
Potluck Features Epic Horseback Journey
The Jackson Hole Historical Society and Museum hosts its annual potluck program on Thursday, September 20, at the Paula and Louis Leisinger home, 990 Cache Creek Dr., East Jackson. The potluck portion of the evening begins at 6:00 p.m. with the program following. The event is free and everyone is welcome. Richard and Jeannette McGrath […]
Special Quilt Show at the History Museum
The Jackson Hole Historical Society and Museum in conjunction with the Jackson Hole Quilt Festival is pleased to announce the installation of a special quilt show, “Use It Up, Wear It Out, Make It Do or Do Without.” People can view quilts from the museum collection in the classroom at 225 N. Cache from October […]
Sign Up for Teton Pass History Trail Hike
Join the Bridger-Teton National Forest and the Jackson Hole Historical Society and Museum for a three-mile interpretive hike down the History Trail that begins on Teton Pass and ends at Trail Creek. The hike is scheduled for Friday, September 7, beginning at 9:00 a.m. With the guidance of Linda Merigliano, recreation program manager for the […]
Wide Acclaim for Stagecoach Bar Film
Stagecoach Bar Film and Wyoming Cultural Trust Fund Newsletter Check out the above link–Jennifer Tennican’s film, Stagecoach Bar: An American Crossroads, is making news at the Wyoming Cultural Trust Fund. Get your tickets for the second screening without delay. (The premier sold out and more than 500 people enjoyed the film!) Second chance to see […]
American Indian & National Elk Refuge Exhibits
Jackson Hole Historical Society and Museum has developed two new exhibits—one is housed in the museum at 225 N. Cache and the other is a special online exhibit. The American Indian exhibit features samples of the work that was gathered during a two-year collaborative project with Eastern Shoshone tribal members of Fort Washakie, Wyoming and […]
Museum hosts Mexican artistry
Mexican Pottery, Carvings and Jewelry Please stop by the museum this weekend at 225 N. Cache to take part in a special showing of exquisitely painted Mata Oriz Mexican pottery, Oaxacan wood carvings, and Silver Shard jewelry. More details: Demonstrations and Sales Event: Saturday August 4, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.; Sunday august 5, Noon […]
Shoshonean Parade Thurs. July 19
Let’s welcome Jackson Hole’s native peoples and turn out for the Shoshonean Reunion Parade this Thursday, July 19, 9:00 A.M. Parade route is from Snow King Avenue to Glenwood Ave. to Broadway to Willow Street, and back to Snow King. Parade attendees will see floats; drummers, dancers, and royalty in traditional costumes; horseback riders; and […]
Collection Highlights
No. 3 World Record Mule Deer Trophy head goes on tour. The Museum collection holds several beautiful record head mounts including the No. 3 elk and No. 1 Moose records. Both can be seen on display in the current exhibition “Playing Hard: Labor and Leisure in Jackson Hole.” The third mount is the No. 3 […]
Modern Family Items Relisted
The two Modern Family memorabilia items for auction to benefit the Jackson Hole Historical Society and Museum have been relisted with no reserve on eBay Giving Works. To check them out go to www.ebaygivingworks.com and do an advanced search for Modern Family script or Modern Family Stetson. Thank you for your support!
Doc MacLeod Program Honors Jack Huyler
Join the Jackson Hole Historical Society and Museum for a memorable evening and experience some old-fashioned fun in a beautiful setting. This year the storytelling, music, potluck, and book signing event is slated for 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 26 at Jack Huyler’s Rocking H Ranch, near Wilson and the Teton Village Road. The program […]
Online Exhibit featuring the Elk Refuge
In honor of the 2012 Centennial for the National Elk Refuge, the Museum has created an online exhibit about the extraordinary story that brought it into existence. At the turn of the 20th century, Jackson was sparsely inhabited by people and ruled by elk but after several severe winters, the elk began to starve to […]
Renegade Lawyer Gerry Spence Speaks
The Jackson Hole Historical Society and Museum presents an evening of living history with Gerry Spence, Wyoming’s renegade lawyer, on Thursday, June 28. The program is held at the Jackson Hole High School Auditorium, High School Road, beginning at 6:30 p.m. with appetizers and beverages prepared and served by the high school’s culinary arts department. […]
Modern Family Gifts Benefit History Museum
The producers of the top-rated ABC television series Modern Family enjoyed being in Jackson Hole last summer to film. To express their gratitude to the community they presented signed scripts and show memorabilia to the Jackson Hole Historical Society and Museum. Some of these items are being auctioned online to raise funds and others will […]
Tickets ON SALE for Stagecoach Film Premiere
For the first time ever, the famous Stagecoach ‘Sunday night service’ comes to the Center for the Arts for a western cocktail of film, live music and dance with the world premiere of the documentary film, The Stagecoach Bar: An American Crossroads. Buy tickets now at the Center box office, Big Hole Music in Driggs, […]
History Museum Offers Children’s Workshops
History Museum Offers Children’s Workshops The Jackson Hole Historical Society and Museum has another great round of history workshops for kindergarten through 4th grade children this summer. The Terrific Tuesday programs are held in the museum classroom at 225 N. Cache from 11:00 a.m. to noon. Brenda Roberts, Youth Education Coordinator for the museum, and […]
“100 Days Until 100 Years:” Elk Refuge Party
Reminder to attend program, “100 Days Until 100 Years” celebrating the establishment of the National Elk Refuge, Wednesday, May 2, 6-8:30 p.m., at the National Museum of Wildlife Art. Free and open to the public, this informal evening will be a lot of fun. Social hour is between 6 and 7 pm with light appetizers […]
History Museum To Announce Contest Winners
The Jackson Hole Historical Society and Museum announces the winners of the Junior Historian activity newspaper contest on Tuesday, May 15. Children aged 6-11 were asked to submit both their coloring and naming entries for the newspaper’s mascots. The winners will be awarded museum gift certificates at 6:00 p.m. in the main exhibition gallery, 225 […]
Mormon Row Historic Barns Tour
Date: 5/18/2012 update info Time: 2:00:00 PM – 4:30:00 PM Event Cost: $10 Venue: Jackson Hole Historical Society & Museum in Jackson,WY Contact: Sonja Howle Phone: (210) 364-7381 Email: Contact Sonja Howle via email Website: www.famousbarns.com Event Details: The Mormon Row Barns near Jackson Hole are some of the most photographed in the nation, and […]
100 Days to 100 Years: Refuge Celebration
The National Elk Refuge, the Jackson Hole Historical Society & Museum, the Murie Center, and the National Museum of Wildlife Art are pleased to host an evening of storytelling on Wednesday, May 2 from 6:00 to 8:30 PM at the National Museum of Wildlife Art. The free public event celebrates the 100–day countdown remaining until […]
History Museum’s Contest Extended
The Jackson Hole Historical Society and Museum’s naming and coloring contest deadline has been extended until May 1, 2012. The museum needs help from children ages 6-11 to name two young historians—a boy and a girl—and a pika mascot that will be featured in the organization’s new activity book. The newspaper will be available for […]
Walk in an Indian’s Shoes: Family Program
Children and their families are invited to take part in an exciting program, “Walk in an Indian’s Shoes” on Saturday, May 12 from 11:00am to noon in the history museum classroom. Following the sharing of native stories, children will sew a pair of moccasins with their parents’ help. American Indian music will accompany the “soleful” […]
Families Plant a Spring Greenhouse
A program designed to fight spring fever, the Jackson Hole Historical Society and Museum invites families to learn about starting vegetable seeds indoors on Saturday, April 14. A guest gardener will be the featured storyteller. Participants during April’s Second Saturday Family Fun program will plant their own mini greenhouse using recycled materials—a project to […]
Museum Seeking Executive Director
The Jackson Hole Historical Society & Museum seeks an Executive Director dedicated to preserving and sharing the history of Jackson Hole. The ideal candidate must possess excellent public relations, fund raising, and leadership skills, and work effectively with the Board of Directors to achieve the organization’s strategic plan and long range goals. To receive a […]
Miller House and National Elk Refuge
Was Robert Miller a thief or man with a knack for business? What does history tell us? Watch the video and make your own decision.
Collection Highlights
The Museum collection includes at least 7 phonographs that play either wax cylinders or records. Click the image for more information about this wax cylinder phonograph. Thomas Edison was not only a famous inventor but also a savvy businessman. While trying to create an “answering machine” to record phone messages, he invented the tinfoil phonograph, the […]
History Museum Hosts Contest for Children
The Jackson Hole Historical Society and Museum is hosting a naming and coloring contest for children ages 6-11. The museum needs names for two young historians—a boy and a girl—and a pika mascot that will be featured in the organization’s new activity book. The contest begins on April 4 and ends on April 18. […]
History Highlight
The Teton County Historic Preservation Board recently published a report on the historic Snow King Ski Area. Much of the research for it came from the Museum’s archives. Read more about Snow King at the link below, including a link to the report, documents and photos from the Museum archives and a link to an article […]
Stan Klassen Research Center Named
It has almost been a year since Stan Klassen passed away on March 11, 2011. He was a board member and friend of the Jackson Hole Historical Society and Museum, and his family requested that a memorial fund be created in his memory. The Board of Directors has unanimously given approval to use the memorial funds to move […]
Voices of the Valley: Petervary Event
This live event from March 8, 2012 was recorded in 2 parts at the Old Wilson Schoolhouse. It features Jay and Tracey Petervary, Jackson’s own extreme bicyclists. Part 1 Part 2
Key Ingredients: America by Food
Smithsonian Exhibition Explores the Diverse Food Traditions of America The Jackson Hole Historical Society and Museum and the Art Association, in cooperation with the Wyoming Humanities Council (WHC), will host the local showing of Key Ingredients: America by Food, a Smithsonian Institution traveling exhibition which delves into the historical, regional and social traditions that merge […]
Students Honored at Exhibit Opening
Jackson, WY – Have you ever looked at an old photograph and wondered about the stories it holds? This winter, students at Jackson Hole Middle School and Jackson Hole High School have done just that. On Wednesday, March 7th from 5:30-7:00p.m., the Jackson Hole Historical Society and Museum and pARTners host an opening in the […]
Collection Highlights
Town Quilt Donated by the Barbara VanDeburg Family in the fall of 2011, this quilt depicts Jackson in the 1930s. Click image for more information.
Voices of the Valley: 1970s and Beyond
We had some streaming troubles so the first few minutes are cut off, but the rest is here!
Petervarys Share Cycling Adventures
JACKSON: The Jackson Hole Historical Society and Museum is hosting its final Jackson Hole Stories: Voices of the Valley program on March 8. Extreme cyclists Jay and Tracey Petervary share stories of their endurance bicycling adventures. This program was initially scheduled in January but had to be rescheduled due to a winter storm. Jay and […]
Family Program Features Feathered Friends
Calling all bird lovers! The Jackson Hole Historical Society and Museum during its Second Saturday Family Fun program on Saturday, March 10 will explore the question of “Why do Birds Take Baths?” Families are invited to the history museum classroom, 225 N. Cache from 11:00 a.m. to noon. This is the third family program offered […]
Voices of the Valley: Skiing the Grand
Above is the video from the live streamed event at the Pink Garter Theater featuring Bill Briggs and Christian Beckwith. The event was a real success — completely sold out! Please note that the video is a little pink due to the color of the stage lighting. But you can still get a sense of […]
Voices of the Valley: Dail Barbour & Rob Cheek
JACKSON: The Jackson Hole Historical Society and Museum’s winter oral history program series, Jackson Hole Stories: Voices of the Valley, continues on February 16 at the Old Wilson Schoolhouse, 7:00 pm. Long-time residents Dail Barbour and Rob Cheek share colorful stories about having fun and making a living in Jackson Hole from the 1970s forward. […]
Voices of the Valley: Stories: 1970’s and Beyond
Live broadcast by Ustream Above is where the live streaming video of the program will be available around 7pm MT. When the program goes online you will see a large “Play” symbol appear. Press the button and wait for it to load. It is normal for commercials to interrupt the video.
“Skiing the Grand” Voices of the Valley Program
JACKSON: The Jackson Hole Historical Society and Museum’s winter oral history program series, Jackson Hole Stories: Voices of the Valley, continues with “Skiing the Grand,” stories and skiing perspectives by Bill Briggs and Christian Beckwith. The program is Thursday, February 9, 7:00 pm at the Pink Garter Theater. Speakers commemorate and celebrate ski mountaineering’s most […]
Make Old-Fashioned Valentines
After a successful family fun program braiding miniature rugs in January, the Jackson Hole Historical Society and Museum staff is offering another activity in February to correspond with Valentine’s Day. On February 11, during the program titled “How Do I Love Thee,” families will create old-fashioned valentines from a variety of creative materials. Included with […]
Skiing the Grand – Live Video Stream
Live stream by Ustream The video presentation will begin around 7pm MT. You will see a play button appear. Press the play button and you should see the video soon.
Live Streaming: Voices of the Valley
Video will go live at the scheduled event time. You will know we are live when you see a “Play” icon appear in the black window. Press the “Play” icon to begin streaming. Log on to the Facebook Page to contribute questions.
Plein Air Painting Event Video
You can watch the entire event right here on our website! More Voices of the Valley events to come. NOTE: There is an audio problem at the beginning of the video. It goes away in the first 15 seconds.
Crabtree Hotel Video
The Crabtree Hotel was a fixture of Jackson Hole for many years. It was once used as a family home, a hotel, and is now being used as retail space. You can visit the replica building today at the corner of King and Broadway just off the town square in Jackson, Wyoming. This short video […]
Mardy Murie Christmas Cookie Exchange 2011
A fun time was had by all at the annual Mardy Murie Christmas Cookie Swap held at the Murie Center on Saturday, December 10. Valley residents gathered to enjoy the winter ambience of the Murie Center while exchanging stories about the renowned conservationist. Those in attendance were also able to “swap cookies and recipes” as […]
Second Saturday Family Fun
Second Saturday Family Fun Offered at History Museum Jackson Hole Historical Society and Museum staff has developed fun activities for the family this winter and spring. The goal of the organization is to frequently use its new year-round classroom at 225 N. Cache. One way is to promote family fun while inspiring and educating youth. […]
Voices of the Valley Programs Return
Jackson Hole Stories: Voices of the Valley Programs Return JACKSON: The Jackson Hole Historical Society and Museum’s winter oral history program series, Jackson Hole Stories: Voices of the Valley, begins on January 12. Storytellers include wildlife and landscape artists, extreme bicyclists, ski mountaineers, and longtime residents of varied pursuits. The first program on Thursday, January […]
OLD TYME CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION
OLD TYME CHRISTMAS AND HOLIDAY CELEBRATION SHOWCASES LOCAL STORYTELLERS AND MUSICAL TALENT JACKSON: The Jackson Hole Historical Society and Museum (JHHSM) and the Wort Hotel invite you to their Annual Old Tyme Christmas and Winter Celebration on Thursday, December 14th, 2017. A part of the Wort Hotel’s “Twelve Days of Christmas,” the fun begins at […]
Christmas at the Museum
Our holiday gift to the community was free family activities where children and their guardians were able to make ornaments that they then took home to decorate their own trees. While community families worked on their own decorations, the museum staff and volunteers worked to enhance the exhibition gallery to reflect the holiday season. The museum […]
JHHSM Kicks Off the Holiday Season
Saturday, December 3, “Christmas Crafts for Children and Families,” 2:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. families make traditional Christmas ornaments. Jackson Hole Historical Society and Museum classroom, 225 N. Cache. Free. Sunday, December 4, “Christmas Kick-Off at the History Museum,” the grand opening of the holiday-decorated museum exhibition. Free admission from 12 p.m. and 5 p.m. […]
Food & Foodways
JACKSON HOLE HISTORICAL SOCIETY AND MUSEUM ANNOUNCES A READING AND DISCUSSION PROGRAM ABOUT FOOD AND FOODWAYS Starting in January, Jackson Hole Historical Society and Museum will host “Read Ingredients,” a reading and discussion series about food and foodways developed in conjunction with the Wyoming Humanities Council’s 2012 tour of “Key Ingredients,” a traveling exhibit from […]
“Christmas Crafts” and “Christmas Kick-Off”
“Christmas Crafts” and “Christmas Kick-Off” at the History Museum The Jackson Hole Historical Society and Museum is hosting a free family program on Saturday, December 3, “Christmas Crafts for Children and Families.” Two ornament-making sessions are scheduled for 2:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. Parents and their children are invited to make traditional Christmas ornaments together […]
August Fun at the Museum
Jackson Hole Historical Society and Museum Offers Free Children’s Classes on Tuesdays What do cowboys and clowns, first peoples, artists, and hunters and anglers have in common? These are the themes for free classes that the Jackson Hole Historical Society and Museum staff is offering to children entering grades 1-4. The museum’s new exhibition Playing […]
Grand Opening Weekend begins May 27, 2011
Grand Opening Weekend begins Friday, May 27 The Jackson Hole Historical Society and Museum (JHHSM) cut the ribbon on their new year-round museum. The ceremony took place on Friday, May 27th at noon and the President of the JHHSM Board and the Mayor of the Town of Jackson were among the speakers. Enjoy an overview […]
Rod, Reel, and Rifle
Rod, Reel, and Rifle explores the important roles that hunting and fishing activities have had in the valley. Includes storytelling, the creation of a “story” hide and a hanging three-dimensional fish, as well as a snack.
Awe Inspiring Art
Awe Inspiring Art discovers the role of artists and photographers in preserving the beauty of Jackson Hole. Includes storytelling, plein air (open air) painting, cookie decorating activities and more.
Laughs and Lariats
Laughs and Lariats explores the questions “Does the cowboy wear his tools?” and “Does a rodeo have clowns?” Kids make their own chaps and ride into history with a real cowboy to discover the answers. Education and outreach are important parts of the mission of the Jackson Hole Historical Society and Museum which is “preserving […]
Pots, Paper, and Pouches
Pots, Paper, and Pouches has fun with stories of Indians, explorers, and settlers. Build a fort and make pemmican to carry in your own handmade pouch.