Gettysburg Cyclorama Restoration
The cyclorama of the Gettysburg battle is undergoing a multi-million dollar restoration. Taylor Studios is building and installing the groundform to complete the scene. See in progress photos of the ground form below and learn more about the restoration project at Newsweek and USA Today.

Heartland Highways
On February 22 and 24, Taylor Studios, along with The Ford County Museum in Paxton, IL was featured on Heartland Highways on WEIU-TV. The show featured what is new at Taylor Studios as well as the exhibits designed and fabricated by Taylor Studios for the Ford County Museum. The program is still available online at www.weiu.net.

Kansas City, MO
The 2007 SEGD Honor Award was recently presented to the National World War I Museum in Kansas City, MO. Taylor Studios had the privilege of fabricating the scenic elements and life cast figures for this project. SEGD stated that “throughout the exhibit, encounters with immersive environments are structured around how the conflict left indelible marks on the earth: the earthen field dotted with poppies, an 80-ft. trench scratched into the earth, a scarred plain of “No Man's Land,” and a huge bomb crater like those that pockmarked the Western Front.” These environments were all created by Taylor Studios and can be seen in the “Portfolio – Environments” section of the TSI website.

Orland Park. IL
Taylor Studios created a statue of former Illinois Senator John Humphrey for his hometown of Orland Park. The statue is part of Orland Park's Art in the Park program and is featured in a PDF available for download here:

Coloma, CA
Taylor Studios is providing the interpretive exhibit design, fabrication and installation of a diorama with audiovisual elements for the Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park in Coloma, CA. The goal of the diorama is to increase the visitors’ understanding of the stories of the Native Americans who lived in the Sierra foothills prior to the discovery of gold. The current scope of work is a continuation of the first phase of the project that included a diorama depicting the moment gold was discovered at the site by the Euro Americans.

Fairfax, VA
Taylor Studios is designing, fabricating, and installing interpretive exhibits at Riverbend Park in Fairfax County. The current exhibits will be replaced with exhibits that promote the ecological significance of the park as part of the Potomac Gorge, stimulate an appreciation for the significance of the natural and cultural resources, promote visitor safety, and endorse the park’s low impact recreational opportunities. Part of the 1100 square foot space will be remodeled to resemble historical photographs. Aquariums, a discovery area, and a reference library are to be incorporated into the space.

Tulsa, OK
The Mary K. Oxley Nature Center Association chose Taylor Studios to provide design, fabrication, and installation services for their Shared Spaces & New Found Places exhibit. The scope includes audio-visual interactive elements, a beehive, woodpecker tree, and various displays and dioramas. The project is scheduled to be completed in Summer 2008.

Marquette, MI
Taylor Studios has been selected to complete the interpretative design for Marquette County History Museum in Marquette, MI. Once the plan for the 7,311 sq. ft. exhibit space is approved, TSI will begin fabricating elements that will include narrative and interactive interpretive exhibits as well as audiovisual elements. The goal is to help define, focus, clarify, and create a meaningful and engaging visitor experience.


In the Works
Take a look at some of what we're working on these days.

Gettysburg Cyclorama Groundform - Gettysburg, PA
This huge groundform is being built in our new location around the support pillars!

Hard coat application

Surface shaping

Half the width of the structure

Life-size Mammoth and Calf - St. Joseph, MO

Mom Full View

Baby Solo

Baby next to Mom

Grand Portage National Monument Heritage Center - Grand Marais, MN

Painted Dog Models

Dressed Voyageur Model

Scale Model

Fresh From the Oven
We've added a photo of the Pegasus statue installed in Rosemont. It's 12 ft. tall!

Muvico Cinemas Pegasus - Rosemont, IL

Full Model

Delivered to Rosemont

Installed on Site

Taylor Studios Celebrates 17 Years
Designing and Fabricating Exhibits
and Finds a New Home
This year marks Taylor Studios’ 17th birthday. In 1991, founders Betty Brennan and Joe Taylor established a market in the paleontology and archaeology fields by fabricating museum quality artifacts and fossils. Their molding and casting expertise and eye for historical accuracy quickly solidified their reputation for high quality within the field. What started because of an interest and appreciation for nature combined with a passion for quality and attention to detail has developed into a thriving business.

Today, Taylor Studios is recognized throughout the industry as a leader in exhibit design and fabrication. Our client list encompasses a diverse array of projects including visitor centers, zoos, science centers, nature centers, and museums. We believe in excellent customer service and back our fabricated products with a 5-year warranty as a testament to our exceptional quality and attention to detail. In the years to come, we look forward to building new relationships and creating innovative exhibits.

In 2008, Taylor Studios is not only celebrating 17 years in the exhibit design and fabrication industry, but also the move to a new facility. The 40,000 square feet of the building that Taylor Studios will occupy will give us ample space to fabricate our upcoming projects. Our new location at 2040 North Lon Drive is only a mile from our current facility. While we complete the renovations of the new building, however, it is business as usual at 1320 Harmon Drive. Our commitment to employees and customers remains the same and we strive to create products and experiences that inspire people.

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