Colorado History Museum spotlights South Park creators' legacy in new exhibit
The display features original pilot cutouts, scripts, and costumes, running until October 2027.
By Samuel Hayes ·
Creators Matt Stone and Trey Parker will have their creative history displayed at the Colorado History Museum in Denver starting December 6. The exhibit, titled "South Park: Handmade in Colorado," opens next month and offers visitors a look at the production history of the long-running animated series.
Stone and Parker, who are both from Colorado, met while studying film at the University of Colorado in Boulder. The museum's new display traces their collaborative work from their early days to their recent projects. It serves as a comprehensive look at their output beyond just the television show.
The collection includes specific items from the making of the series. Visitors can see the original construction paper cutouts used for the 1997 pilot episode. The display also features concept art, original scripts, production storyboards, and character designs that document the show's development.
According to an announcement, the exhibition explores the duo's inspirations and other creative endeavors. Items on display include costumes and props from the musical "The Book of Mormon," which is currently celebrating its 15th anniversary on Broadway. The exhibit also houses puppets from the movie "Team America: World Police."
Other specific artifacts in the collection include the dresses Parker and Stone wore to the 2000 Academy Awards ceremony. The pair attended that event while under the influence of acid, a detail noted in the exhibit's description. Props from the 2022 "South Park" 25th anniversary concert at Red Rocks Amphitheatre are also part of the display.
The exhibit runs through October 3, 2027. This end date aligns with the 30th anniversary of the show's premiere in August of next year. General admission to the museum at 1200 N. Broadway in Denver costs $20 and includes entry to the "South Park" display, though visitors must reserve a specific time slot to enter.
Fans can also purchase $50 tickets that allow entry at any time during their visit without a reservation. More information about the exhibit is available at historycolorado.org. Meanwhile, the show is currently airing its 29th season on Comedy Central and Paramount+. The season is currently referred to as "South America" in promotional materials.
