New Exhibit Announcement: Mutual of Omaha’s Wild Kingdom
Mutual of Omaha’s Wild Kingdom is Coming to The Durham Museum!
Exhibition on Display July 13 – October 6, 2024
The Durham Museum is teaming up with Mutual of Omaha’s Wild Kingdom to showcase the history behind the television show that pioneered nature and wildlife programming, as well as the all-new television series, Mutual of Omaha’s Wild Kingdom Protecting the Wild, that continues to highlight stories of conservation success.
From gear and original scripts to new technology and artifacts used in filming, the exhibit gives visitors a glimpse into Wild Kingdom and its origins. Also featured are behind-the-scenes stories and highlights of the work currently happening to inspire the next generation of conservationists.
Since its network television premiere in 1963, Mutual of Omaha’s Wild Kingdom has been one of the most loved and respected wildlife programs in television history. The show took viewers to the far corners of the world and studied wild animals in their natural habitats. Hosts Marlin Perkins, Jim Fowler and Peter Gros wrestled anacondas, swam with sharks and were chased by a herd of elephants. They provided a look at an often-unseen animal world and emphasized the importance of conservation while creating family-friendly entertainment.
Gros has recently returned to co-host Mutual of Omaha’s Wild Kingdom Protecting the Wild alongside Dr. Rae Wynn-Grant, now airing Saturday mornings on NBC. In this series, the duo travels the nation to highlight conservation successes. As shown in the exhibit, the methods of interacting with wildlife have evolved with new technology offering more opportunities, but the message has remained the same—to protect, educate and take action to ensure the wild kingdom remains for future generations.
The exhibition is included with general museum admission. Non-member admission, tax not included, is $15 for adults, $12 for seniors and military/veterans and $8 for children ages 3-12. Admission is free for museum members and children ages 2 and under.
The exhibition is supported locally by Mutual of Omaha.
About The Durham Museum
The Durham Museum in Omaha’s beautiful art deco Union Station is home to permanent exhibits that preserve Omaha’s vibrant history, traveling exhibits covering subjects ranging from history and culture to science and industry, and many entertaining, educational, family-oriented activities. The Durham Museum is an affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution and has strong ties with national and international museums and lending institutions. For information about The Durham Museum please visit the museum’s website at www.DurhamMuseum.org.
About Mutual of Omaha’s Wild Kingdom
Since its network television premiere in 1963, Mutual of Omaha’s Wild Kingdom has been one of the most loved and respected wildlife programs in television history. The Daytime Emmy® nominated Mutual of Omaha’s Wild Kingdom Protecting the Wild, now airing weekends on NBC’s The More You Know time block, celebrates stories of conservation success, including the great work of caring, compassionate experts and how they are making a positive impact on the Wild Kingdom. For more information about Mutual of Omaha’s Wild Kingdom, visit WildKingdom.com.
About Mutual of Omaha
Founded in 1909, Mutual of Omaha is a highly rated, Fortune 500 organization offering a variety of insurance and financial products for individuals, businesses, and groups throughout the United States. As a mutual company, Mutual of Omaha is owned by its policyholders and committed to providing outstanding service to its customers. For more information about Mutual of Omaha, visit mutualofomaha.com.
