Did you know that Jenny Lake was the first area developed within Grand Teton National Park to serve its visitors?Jenny Lake was the first area developed for recreation in Grand Teton National Park. Since the early 1900s, Jenny Lake has been a popular place for hiking, boating, swimming and photography. Today, this area holds many reminders of the past.
--from NPS Grand Teton Website, Jenny Lake Historic District
There were several historic structures in the area, though I can't find anything on the current store--it may only look like the other older buildings.
Crandall Studio
As a boy, Harrison Crandall saw a picture of the jagged Teton Range taken by William H. Jackson. Lured by the landscape, he moved west and built his studio east of String Lake in the late 1920s. Crandall documented the romantic and humorous side of “dudes”—a nickname given to early visitors. He sold hundreds of postcards and prints from his cabin while capturing the spirit of Jackson Hole on film. Crandall’s work as park photographer created a legacy of iconic western images. At various times, the Crandall cabin served as a dancehall, his studio, a general store, and today as the Jenny Lake Visitor Center.
--from NPS Grand Teton Website, Jenny Lake Historic District
There was a fantastic topographical map inside the visitor center. I really wouldn't mind having my own topographical map someday--but I don't know what region I would like it to cover...
Around the fireplace were several small exhibits, including several about the types of stone that are found in the area.
I also enjoy learning about the landscape whenever I visit an area--for example this sign explained the alpine nature of the Teton climate:
And several specimens of horns and antlers proved to be fun.
Especially when Amy grabbed a couple and posed!
Outside the pine trees were beautiful.
~Matt
~Matt
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