Felicia S.
7/19/2025
I am from Leland. This is a wonderful place for a child or an adult to visit. It talks about the history of the Muppets and how it led to them on Sesame Street.
Birthplace of Kermit the Frog
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206 N Broad St
Leland, MS 38756
The Birthplace of Kermit the Frog is a historical marker located in Leland, Mississippi, commemorating the early life of Jim Henson, the renowned creator of the Muppets. Henson's formative years spent exploring the local flora and fauna along Deer Creek inspired the creation of the iconic character Kermit, often inspired in part by his friend Kermit Scott.
Erected in 1991 by the Mississippi Department of Archives and History, the marker highlights the significance of this location in the American South and its contributions to arts and entertainment, particularly in relation to the beloved Muppet franchise. It stands as a tribute to the creative legacy of Jim Henson and the imaginative experiences that shaped his work.
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Ivy Y.
7/2/2024
I am so grateful that Yelp suggested this place to me!! I had NO IDEA that Jim Henson lived in Leland, Mississippi as a child and created Kermit the Frog there! I cried when I got to the museum....
Shannah H.
2/9/2020
If you are anywhere near Leland, Mississippi, you should do yourself a favor and stop in at the Birthplace of Kermit the Frog. This is a simple little museum/exhibit, supported through donations...
Gina S.
4/14/2023
I hate to leave a negative/neutral review but this extremely small museum was not worth the stop. There are 2 small rooms and a gift shop with very overpriced Kermit items. We were in and out in...
Jemmie W.
12/15/2020
It's hard to exaggerate the impact Jim Henson has had on puppets on the big and small screens. This is a small sample list of some of his characters: Kermit the frog Miss Piggy Other...
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