JACKSON, Wyo. — On Friday, Feb. 13, from 5:30 to 9 p.m., the National Museum of Wildlife Art (NMWA) will screen the award-winning feature-length documentary Heart of a Lion. The film looks into the hidden lives of the mountain lions that inhabit the American West.
The film follows author Dr. Mark Elbroch as he travels from the wilderness surrounding Jackson, Wyoming, to the forests of the Olympic Peninsula in the Pacific Northwest. Two of the elusive lions are at the center of the film: mothers F61 and Yoko. A live Q&A will follow the premiere screening.
Heart of a Lion has gained some acclaim, winning Best Editing and Best Cinematography at the 41st Boston Film Festival in 2025.
“This screening represents a perfect alignment with our mission to impart knowledge and generate wonder through art and education,” said NMWA Programs and Events Manager Stefanie Nishio in a statement. “Heart of a Lion offers our community a unique opportunity to gain deeper understanding and appreciation for the mountain lions that share our landscape.”
“At its core, this story is about coexistence — and about reimagining our place in a wilder, more connected world,” the press release reads.
Attendees are encouraged to reserve their free place online to guarantee a seat, and can expect complimentary hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar.
