Colter Bay Visitor Center

 

Stop by the Colter Bay Visitor Center to talk with a ranger or learn about Grand Teton.

NPS Photo/J. Bonney

 

The Colter Bay Visitor Center

The Colter Bay Visitor Center sits on the shore of Jackson Lake. Formerly the Colter Bay Museum, the visitor center is the home of the long-standing Indigenous Arts and Cultural Demonstration Program. This program invites visitors to learn about Indigenous cultures through demonstrations where participating artists share the cultural traditions of their tribes through painting, weaving, pottery, beadwork, musical instruments, and more.

Visitor Services

• Ranger-Led Programs: Rangers lead a variety of programs throughout the day including a lakeshore stroll, wildlife watches, short presentations on park highlights, and a variety of evening programs. Please refer to the ranger-led program page for current schedules.
• Exhibits: The exhibit, "Made by Hand", shows works made by Indigenous artists from the Indigenous Arts and Cultural Demonstration Program, dating back to its inception in the 1970s.
• Indigenous Arts and Cultural Demonstration Program: Visiting Indigenous artists demonstrate and sell their artwork during the summer. Learn more about this program by visiting the Indigenous Arts and Cultural Demonstration Program page.
• Permits: Visit the permits desk for backpacking information and permits, or to purchase a boat permit.
• Movie: Watch a movie to learn more about Grand Teton. See a ranger for current movie schedule.
• Bookstore: Grand Teton Association operates a store in the visitor center.

 

Hours and Seasons

Open daily late spring through mid-fall, with extended hours during the summer season.

Operating Schedule Details

 

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