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Muppet Mania: Iconic Puppets and Memorabilia Up for Auction
28 Oct
Summary
- Auction of over 400 rare Muppet items, including puppets and props
- First time The Jim Henson Company has made authenticated items available to public
- Auction to commemorate 70th anniversary of the Muppets
In a historic move, The Jim Henson Company is hosting a highly anticipated auction to commemorate the 70th anniversary of the Muppets. The auction, which began on October 22, 2025, will culminate in a live event on November 25 at the company's headquarters in Hollywood, California.
The auction marks the first time The Jim Henson Company has made officially authenticated items from their vast catalogue of titles available to the public. Up for bid are over 400 rare and unique items, including hand-made puppets, costumes, set pieces, and memorabilia from beloved Henson productions such as The Muppet Movie, Fraggle Rock, Labyrinth, Farscape, The Hoobs, and The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance.
Among the highlights are a number of puppets featured in the iconic Fraggle Rock series, including Uncle Traveling Matt and Doozer, each estimated to fetch at least $40,000. Additionally, the auction will feature original artworks by the late Caroll Spinney, the beloved puppeteer behind Sesame Street's Big Bird and Oscar the Grouch.
This landmark event promises to be a treasure trove for Muppet fans and collectors, offering a rare opportunity to own a piece of the Jim Henson Company's storied seven-decade legacy.
