Stehling’s Taxidermy Launches Taxidermy Heritage — A New Online Archive Preserving the History of the Craft

At Stehling’s Taxidermy, our passion has always gone beyond creating high-quality taxidermy work — it extends into preserving the traditions, knowledge, and history that built this craft. That’s why we’re excited to announce the launch of our newest project:

Taxidermy Heritage

A website dedicated entirely to documenting and preserving the rich history of taxidermy.

Taxidermy Heritage is a growing online resource built for taxidermists, collectors, museum professionals, researchers, and anyone fascinated by wildlife art and natural history. The goal is simple: preserve the legacy of taxidermy and make historical information accessible for future generations.

A Passion Project Rooted in Preservation

Taxidermy is a craft with deep roots—one that blends art, science, and storytelling. For centuries, it has played a vital role in museums, education, conservation, and cultural history. But while mounted specimens are often carefully preserved, many of the written records and historical references behind the craft have been forgotten, lost, or left scattered across private collections.

At Stehling’s Taxidermy, we believe the history of taxidermy deserves to be preserved just as carefully as the mounts themselves.

Taxidermy Heritage exists to do exactly that.

One of the Largest Collections of Taxidermy Books and Historical Documents

One of the most exciting parts of Taxidermy Heritage is the foundation behind it: we have assembled what we believe to be one of the largest collections of taxidermy-related books, documents, catalogs, and archival materials in the world.

This growing collection includes:

rare and out-of-print taxidermy books
historical museum references
old taxidermy supply catalogs
vintage instructional manuals and technique guides
written records connected to influential taxidermists and studios

These resources help document how taxidermy evolved over time, from early preservation practices to the lifelike museum-quality work we recognize today.

A Growing Archive — With Hundreds More Still to Come

While the website is now live and already contains a strong foundation of material, Taxidermy Heritage is still in its early stages.

We currently have hundreds of additional books, documents, and taxidermy-related records in our collection that have not yet been fully listed or added to the site. As we continue digitizing, organizing, and cataloging these materials, the archive will steadily expand.

This means Taxidermy Heritage is not a static website—it’s a long-term project and a living archive that will continue growing for years.

Why Taxidermy Heritage Matters

Taxidermy has helped preserve and educate the world about wildlife for generations. It has documented biodiversity, supported scientific study, and brought animals to life in museums and collections around the world. It is a craft tied to exploration, conservation, and artistic mastery.

Preserving taxidermy history is important because it protects:

the techniques and knowledge passed down through generations
the stories of the people who shaped the industry
the cultural importance of museum displays and wildlife preservation
the written references that would otherwise disappear over time

Taxidermy Heritage is built to ensure that the legacy of this craft is not forgotten.

Explore Taxidermy Heritage

We invite our clients, fellow taxidermists, collectors, and wildlife enthusiasts to explore the site and follow along as it continues to grow:

🔗 https://taxidermyheritage.com/

Be sure to visit key sections such as:

Archives: https://taxidermyheritage.com/archives
History: https://taxidermyheritage.com/history
About: https://taxidermyheritage.com/about

From Stehling’s Taxidermy — Preserving More Than the Mount

At Stehling’s Taxidermy, our mission has always been to preserve wildlife with respect, accuracy, and craftsmanship. Taxidermy Heritage is an extension of that mission — preserving not just animals, but the history of the art itself.

This is only the beginning, and we’re excited to continue building what we believe will become one of the most comprehensive taxidermy history archives available anywhere.

Stay tuned as we continue adding more rare books, documents, and historical material to the collection.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Taxidermy Heritage?

Taxidermy Heritage is a dedicated online archive created to preserve and share the history of taxidermy. It features historical content, rare documents, books, and references related to the development of taxidermy over the centuries.

Who created Taxidermy Heritage?

Taxidermy Heritage was created by Stehling’s Taxidermy as a passion project focused on preserving the traditions, written knowledge, and historical records behind the craft.

Why was Taxidermy Heritage created?

Taxidermy Heritage was created to ensure that the history of taxidermy—its techniques, pioneers, and written records—is preserved and accessible for future generations.

What kind of materials are included in the Taxidermy Heritage archive?

The archive includes rare and out-of-print taxidermy books, historical museum references, old taxidermy supply catalogs, vintage instructional manuals, and other important documents connected to the taxidermy industry.

How large is the Taxidermy Heritage collection?

The collection is one of the largest known taxidermy-related libraries and archives in the world. It includes hundreds of books and documents, with many more still being cataloged and added.

Is Taxidermy Heritage still growing?

Yes. Taxidermy Heritage is a growing archive, and hundreds of additional books, documents, and historical references have not yet been listed. New items will continue to be added over time.

Who is Taxidermy Heritage for?

Taxidermy Heritage is for taxidermists, collectors, museum professionals, researchers, historians, wildlife artists, and anyone interested in the preservation and cultural significance of taxidermy.

How does this project connect to Stehling’s Taxidermy?

Stehling’s Taxidermy has always focused on preservation and craftsmanship. Taxidermy Heritage expands that mission by preserving the history and written legacy of the craft, not just the mounts themselves.