Murie Ranch Historic District
Murie Ranch Historic District, Historic district in Moose, Teton County, United States.
Description
The Murie Ranch Historic District encompasses several rustic buildings including the Murie Residence and Estes Cabin, constructed between 1925 and 1951 within Grand Teton National Park.
History
Established as a conservation hub by the Murie family in 1945, the ranch became instrumental in developing wilderness preservation policies and was designated a National Historic Landmark in 2006.
Culture
The district served as a meeting place for leading conservationists and scientists, hosting the Wilderness Society Council in 1948 and fostering the development of modern ecological thinking.
Practical
Visitors can access the ranch via a half-mile walking trail from Moose-Wilson Road, with educational materials and interpretive programs available through the National Park Service.
Did you know?
Olaus Murie created his influential Field Guide to Animal Tracks while living at the ranch, combining scientific research with artistic documentation of wildlife behavior and habitat.
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