Crane Festival Poster Contest and Crane Sculptures

The Greater Yellowstone Crane Festival poster contest is officially open, and crane sculptures are now available for pickup. Since the festival began, art has played an important role in connecting people to cranes and their habitat. From art shows and dance performances to workshops and community projects, creativity has always been part of the celebration.

Each year, the winning poster design helps represent the festival throughout the community and beyond. Artists are invited to submit original, signed artwork, and the selected piece will be printed on posters and merchandise such as hats, T-shirts, and totes. The winning artist will receive a $250 award, a framed copy of the poster, and several keepsakes featuring their work. The submission window is open through April 19, 2026, and the application and full guidelines can be found here: 2026 Greater Yellowstone Crane Festival Poster Contest Guidelines

Teton Regional Land Trust is excited to provide a creative, community art project again at this year’s Crane Festival. Life-size wooden crane sculptures are available for artists and community members to design. The completed sculptures will be auctioned off at the Greater Yellowstone Crane Festival on Saturday, September 20 at the community celebration. Proceeds from the auction will help support crane habitat conservation in Teton Valley. These unique cranes are meant to be displayed outdoors, so make sure to use materials that can withstand the outdoor environment. Sculptures were generously created and donated by Carla Gust Nordlinder, Katie Green, and Rebecca Shank. Thank you ladies! Please email Anna Naylor at anna@tetonlandtrust.org to reserve your sculpture.