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In commemoration of the 60th anniversary of the Wilderness Act and the 40th anniversary of the Wyoming Wilderness Act (2024), Home For All celebrates Indigenous voices and their deep connection to the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem. Featuring three powerful audio stories from Indigenous storytellers and Tribal representatives, the installation shares the past, present, and future of wildlands through their unique perspectives. In the many Indigenous languages, there is no word for Wilderness—only "home"— a concept reflected throughout the mural and accompanying stories that elevate the heritage, culture, and wisdom of Indigenous communities. These narratives guide us toward a more inclusive understanding of public lands and highlight how Indigenous knowledge can help us better care for Wyoming's wild places for future generations of life. We hope the public will join us in learning and celebrating the shared responsibility and importance of inclusive stewardship.
The Mural
The mural was funded in part by the
National Endowment of the Arts.
This stunning mural by renowned Indigenous artist Ben Pease can be seen at the entrance of the National Elk Refuge & Greater Yellowstone Visitor Center in downtown Jackson, WY. This powerful artwork, created as part of Jackson Hole Public Art's LandSignals initiative, amplifies Indigenous voices and highlights the interconnectedness of culture, heritage, and conservation within the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem.
The mural is a a narrative that reflects the past, present, and future of wilderness in Wyoming, honoring both the natural beauty of our public lands and the cultural significance they hold. Ben Pease’s intricate designs draw on traditional knowledge and Indigenous art forms to celebrate the diverse perspectives that shape our understanding of these landscapes.
Listen to Ben's description of the mural.
7.05 Minutes
The Voices
Meet the voices of the mural and listen to their connections to the
Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem.
Ben Pease
(Apsáalooke/Tsétsêhéstâ/Crow/Northern Cheyenne)
Recognizing The Past For A More Inclusive Future:
Muralist, Ben Pease has been an artist for over a decade. Here he shares what 'Home for All' means to him and how we can rethink the future of wilderness. Ben's original artwork is pictured below, which was later turned into the digital rendering for the mural.
5.19 Minutes
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John Enos (Eastern Shoshone)
The Story of John Enos:
Michial Greywolf Garvin (Eastern Shoshone), great-grandson of John Enos, recounts the Enos family seasonal migration from the Wind River Reservation to the mountains of the Teton Wilderness in the late 1800s. It is likely that Enos Lake and Enos Creek are named after John.Click the map below to see John's trek.
3.42 Minutes
Shoshone-Bannock Tribes
An Ongoing Legacy of Sovereignty:
For hundreds of generations, the Shoshone and Bannock have called the GYE home. Despite temporary displacement and loss of access, the Tribes now reaffirm their reserved rights under the 1868 Fort Bridger Treaty by exercising those rights across the region. Listen to Bannock and Shoshone speakers share stories in their native tongues, while Tribal staff explain how their work strengthens sovereignty, upholds treaty rights, and educates the public.
Coming Soon
Home For All is not WWA’s prescriptive stance on land management or wilderness, rather it is an opportunity to bring together unique voices of the GYE in hopes of a more well-rounded understanding of all connections to the land.
Panel Discussions
Expert voices in wildland conservation and stewardship to discuss the future of wilderness within the Cowboy State. Led by Dr. Shane Doyle (Apsáalooke), the panel features individuals with deep connections to the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, reflecting on collective efforts in wildland conservation, including challenges and opportunities for growth.
Home For All Panel - 60 minutes
LandSignals Artist Panel - 60 minutes
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