and a four-legged fiberglass standing puppet to show a polar bear's height. The team also used a "couch bear," which was a gray buck to lean against. Even though the animals look incredibly real ...

Explore Jim Henson's puppets and Muppets in the Smithsonian's collections along with related collection items. Learn their backstories, their missions, and the inspiration for each of them. National ...

Last month, we told you about a Nazareth boy's plea for help after his Fozzie Bear puppet went missing. Well, the Muppets Studio saw our report and is now reaching out to show him support.