A new exhibit dedicated to the legacy of the animated series South Park is set to open at the Colorado History Museum in Denver next month. The display, titled South Park: Handmade in Colorado, will offer fans a detailed look at the production process behind the long running television show. It is scheduled to debut on December 6.
The collection includes rare memorabilia from the show’s early days, such as the original construction paper cutouts utilized for the pilot episode. Visitors will also be able to view concept art, original scripts, production storyboards, and character designs. These items serve to trace the origins of the series and the careers of its creators, Matt Stone and Trey Parker, who are both native to Colorado.
The exhibit is planned to run until October 3, 2027. This timeline coincides with the 30th anniversary of the show’s 1997 premiere, which is expected to be celebrated in August of next year. While South Park is the primary focus, the display functions as a broader showcase for the diverse creative projects undertaken by Parker and Stone.
The two creators met while attending film school at the University of Colorado in Boulder. According to an official announcement, the exhibition uses first hand accounts and items never before shown to the public to explore their inspirations. The scope of the display extends beyond the TV show to include their work on The Book of Mormon, the film Team America: World Police, their concerts at Red Rocks, and the restoration of the Casa Bonita.
Several unique artifacts are featured in the display. Among them are costumes and props from the musical The Book of Mormon, which is currently celebrating its 15th anniversary on Broadway. The exhibit also includes puppets from the Team America movie. Additionally, it features the dresses that Parker and Stone reportedly wore to the 2000 Oscars, an event they attended while under the influence of acid.
Props from the South Park 25th anniversary concert are also part of the collection. That specific event took place at the Red Rocks Amphitheatre in 2022. These items provide physical connections to key moments in the creative history of the duo and their collaborations.
Admission to the South Park: Handmade in Colorado exhibit is included with general admission to the Colorado History Museum, which is located at 1200 N. Broadway in Denver. General admission is priced at $20. However, attendees must reserve a specific time to enter the exhibit.
For those who prefer flexibility, fans can purchase tickets for $50. These tickets allow visitors to enter the exhibit at any time during their visit without needing a reserved time slot. Further details and reservation options are available on the historycolorado.org website.
The timing of the museum opening aligns with the ongoing release of the show’s 29th season. Viewers may notice that the series is currently referred to as South America in some contexts. New episodes air on select Wednesdays on Comedy Central and are available the following day on Paramount+.
