Introducing Taxidermy Heritage — Preserving the Rich History of Taxidermy
We’re excited to officially announce the launch of Taxidermy Heritage — a new website dedicated entirely to the history, evolution, and preservation of taxidermy.
Taxidermy is more than a craft. It’s a blend of art, science, exploration, and natural history, and it has played an important role in museums, wildlife education, and cultural heritage for centuries. With Taxidermy Heritage, our goal is simple: to help preserve that legacy and make it accessible to taxidermists, historians, collectors, researchers, and anyone fascinated by the natural world.
A Website Built to Preserve Taxidermy’s Past
Taxidermy Heritage was created as a digital home for historical information and archival materials related to taxidermy. From early preservation methods to the golden age of museum taxidermy and the pioneers who shaped the industry, the site is designed to document and share the rich story of this unique profession.
Our History section explores the origins of taxidermy, how techniques changed over time, and how taxidermy became a cornerstone of natural history museums and scientific study.
One of the Largest Collections of Taxidermy Literature and Documents
One of the most exciting parts of Taxidermy Heritage is the foundation behind it: we are building what we believe to be one of the largest collections of taxidermy-related books, documents, catalogs, and historical references in the world.
This includes rare publications, instructional manuals, historical museum references, industry catalogs, and other documents that have helped shape taxidermy as we know it today.
Many of these materials are difficult to find, out of print, or scattered across private collections. Our goal is to preserve them, document them, and make them discoverable in one central location.
A Growing Archive — With Hundreds More Still to Come
While the site already contains an impressive amount of information, Taxidermy Heritage is still in its early stages.
We currently have hundreds of books, documents, and historical materials in our collection that have not yet been fully listed or uploaded. The Archives section will continue to expand as we organize, digitize, and catalog these materials.
This means the site is not just a static resource — it’s a growing, evolving archive that will become more valuable over time.
As new entries are added, Taxidermy Heritage will continue to develop into a one-of-a-kind resource for:
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taxidermists looking to learn from historical techniques
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collectors and researchers seeking rare references
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museum professionals and historians studying the craft
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anyone interested in wildlife art and preservation history
Why This Matters
Taxidermy has shaped the way people understand wildlife for generations. Mounted specimens have helped preserve extinct species, educate the public, and document biodiversity long before modern photography and film existed.
But the history of taxidermy itself is often overlooked.
Many of the most important books, documents, and records are fragile, aging, and at risk of being lost. Taxidermy Heritage exists to prevent that—to preserve the knowledge, the craftsmanship, and the stories behind the art.
Explore the Site
We invite you to explore the site and follow along as it continues to grow:
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Homepage: https://taxidermyheritage.com/
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Archives: https://taxidermyheritage.com/archives
This is just the beginning. With countless materials still waiting to be documented, Taxidermy Heritage is being built as a long-term project—one that will continue expanding for years to come.
If you’re passionate about taxidermy, history, museum work, or preserving traditional craftsmanship, Taxidermy Heritage is for you.
