Jim Henson Collection

Visit the World's Largest Collection of Jim Henson Puppets

Step inside the imaginative mind of one of the most influential puppeteers of the 20th century.

The Jim Henson Collection traces Henson’s extraordinary career, bringing together iconic and lesser-known creations alongside the props, costumes, and stories behind his groundbreaking work. Follow his evolution from his earliest experiments to the characters and worlds that became part of popular culture.

See beloved creations from Sesame Street, The Muppet Show, Fraggle Rock, The Dark Crystal, Labyrinth, and more. Along the way, discover the artistry, ingenuity, and creative problem-solving that transformed puppetry and helped redefine what puppets could do.

As a proud site of the Jim Henson Legacy, the Center is home to the world’s largest collection of Jim Henson puppets. The Jim Henson Collection is a permanent exhibition showcasing iconic pieces from our extensive archive, with select items rotating periodically.

Admission includes access to the Global Collection as well as any current special exhibition.