Visitors to the Queens workshop will gain access to the creative hub responsible for iconic characters from The Muppet Show, Fraggle Rock, and Sesame Street. The tour includes live demonstrations from professional puppeteers and master builders, alongside opportunities to view the intricate craft behind award-winning animatronics and soft puppets. In addition to the standard walkthrough, the summer program incorporates a curated selection of historical artifacts from The Jim Henson Company’s 70-year archive, highlighting key moments in the studio's history. Tickets for the sessions are priced at $150 plus fees and are currently available through the company’s dedicated booking portal. The shop continues to serve as a global leader in creature design, maintaining its reputation for industry-standard puppetry and digital performance technology while providing fans a direct connection to the legacy of the Henson studio.
Jim Henson’s Creature Shop Extends Popular Summer Tour Dates
Driven by rapid sell-outs, the legendary Jim Henson’s Creature Shop in Queens has expanded its summer schedule, adding Sunday tours through September 6. The 80-minute experience, which offers a rare look behind the scenes of world-famous puppet production, will feature exclusive, patriotic archival displays in celebration of America’s 250th anniversary.
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