Jim Henson Puppets to Be Donated to the National Museum of American History

Jim Henson Puppets to Be Donated to the National Museum of American History

WHAT: National Museum of American History receives more than 20 puppets and props during a special ceremony

WHEN: Sept. 24, 11 a.m.

WHERE: Presidential Reception Suite
Smithsonian's National Museum of American History

WHO: Cheryl Henson, daughter of Jim and Jane Henson, president of The Jim Henson Foundation
Fran Brill, puppet performer
Craig Shemin, president, The Jim Henson Legacy
Bonnie Erickson, executive director, The Jim Henson Legacy
Sue Fruchter, deputy director, National Museum of American History
Dwight Blocker Bowers, curator, National Museum of American History

The National Museum of American History will receive a donation of more than 20 Jim Henson puppets and props from the Henson family on the anniversary of Henson's birthday--Sept. 24, 1936. Donations featured at the event will include Miss Piggy and the Swedish Chef from The Muppet Show, Bert and Ernie from Sesame Street and Boober Fraggle and Travelling Matt from Fraggle Rock.

Many of the donated puppets are the first constructions of these characters and represent Henson's work in The Muppet Show (1976-1981), Fraggle Rock (1983-87), Sesame Street (1969-present) and his collaborations with artist Brian Froud for the 1982 feature film The Dark Crystal. These new puppets will join the current Jim Henson Collection, which includes Oscar the Grouch, Kermit the Frog and the cast of Sam and Friends.

Note: There will be one-on-one interview opportunities with speakers and the museum's curator; contact the office of public affairs to schedule an interview.

Media only:
Laura Duff (202) 633-3129; duffl@si.edu
Jessica Winn (202) 633-3129; winnj@si.edu

Media website:http://newsdesk.si.edu

/PRNewswire-USNewswire -- Sept. 23, 2013/

SOURCE Smithsonian's National Museum of American History

Smithsonian's National Museum of American History

Web Site: http://newsdesk.si.edu


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