The National Museum of Wildlife Art in Jackson Hole just received a remarkable artistic gift, an impressive collection of 19th-century American paintings now part of its permanent collection. Donated by a private collector, the group includes works by legendary artists such as Thomas Moran, George Catlin, Seth Eastman, Alfred Jacob Miller, and Frederic Remington.
Now on display is Mount Moran, Teton Range, Idaho (1903) by Thomas Moran, a stunning 40 x 30-inch oil painting that captures the Tetons from the Idaho side. This marks the second Moran piece in the museum’s collection and brings additional regional significance to the gallery. “Moran’s work helped inspire the creation of America’s first national park,” said Executive Director Steve Seamons. “This painting perfectly aligns with our mission to connect visitors with nature.”
Also included in the donation—though not yet on display—are Seth Eastman’s Indian Mode of Traveling, George Catlin’s Sioux War Council, and Alfred Jacob Miller’s The Lost Greenhorn. These works reflect themes of exploration, Native American life, and frontier drama, offering a deeper look at how artists of the era interpreted the American West.
Visitors can view Mount Moran, Teton Range, Idaho now in the Museum’s Greene Pathways Gallery. This rare addition makes for an even more compelling reason to stop by and experience the rich history of the West through the eyes of its most iconic artists.
