Duck, Duck, Goose: Waterfowl of the Mississippi Flyway Exhibit

An exploration of the intersection of waterfowl hunting and conservation and the role of the Mississippi Flyway

Now Open at Discovery Park

Waterfowl including ducks and geese have sustained human life for literal ages. But in the 1930s, market hunting and dramatic habitat changes nearly ended that story. Waterfowl hunters encountered a “duck drought,” but conservation efforts were sparked by unlikely heroes—the hunters themselves.

In this new, permanent exhibit, discover how a combination of federal land protections and private land conservation unites the government, landowners, hunters, scientists, conservationists and other nature lovers to protect and restore waterfowl populations and the land needed for them to thrive.

Included in the exhibit:

Research provided by the Cohen Wildlife Research Lab, leading conservationists and researchers in waterfowl migration, illustrating migration patterns and other facts about waterfowl
Interactive touch stations that bring cutting-edge data to life in a fun way
Immersive experiences that give visitors an opportunity to discover waterfowl biology and habits, along with the sights and sounds of the various types of ducks and geese
The Ducks Unlimited Conservation Experience in memory of William A. (Bill) Homra and Allen Homra, an immersive, scenic world where the latest technology brings to life the stories of the people of Ducks Unlimited and the conservation values for which they are known
An exploration of the art of waterfowl hunting featuring duck and goose calls and decoys that are as much works of art as they are tools
A look at hunting gear used in the sport and its evolution through the years
A recreation of Theodore Roosevelt’s Maltese Cross Cabin telling the story of “the conservation president” and his impact on the sport of hunting still today
A recreation of a “Reelfoot Lake-style” duck blind on the museum’s North Lake, providing a one-of-a-kind experience for visitors, especially those unfamiliar with hunting

$100,000+

Robert E. and Jenny D. Kirkland Foundation
The Family of William A. (Bill) Homra
Ducks Unlimited
The George H. Dunklin, Jr. Family Foundation
The Estate of Linda Anne White

$50,000+

$25,000+

$5,000+

Ann and Steve Reynolds
Marisa and Collin Cahill
Dr. Amy and Doug Cahill
Sam Hamra
Todd Endl
Doug Leech
Lisa and Kent Hutchins
Janet and Mike Gossum
Parker’s Outfitting
Homra’s Guide Service
First Choice Farm and Lawn
Southshore Resort and The Boathouse Restaurant

$250-$4,999

Michelle and Al Creswell
Preston, Emma Claire, Katie and Phillip Creswell
Patti and Rance Barnes
In memory of Newell Graham by John Drerup
In memory of Frances Yates Best by Myra Best Glass
Mary Kay Hays
In memory of Tommy Hepler by his family
Patti and Jim Leeke
Sandra and Tim Lusk
In memory of Timothy Orr by Leah Orr
Anne and Barry Reeves
In memory of Bob Hubbs by Larry Wuench
Regina and Steve Sedberry
Union City Eye Care, P.C.
Dr. Alan Bugg, Dr. Bradley Bugg and Dr. Britton Bugg
Tammy and David Ursery
In memory of Allen Homra and Bill Homra by Connie and Kirk Vowell
In honor of Pat Wade by Kim and Will Wade
In memory of Sarah Watkins by her family
In memory of Allen Homra and Bill Homra by Marilyn and Tom White
In memory of Bill Homra and Allen Homra by Deloria and Bill Haynes
Marnie and Todd Hartley
Julie and Bill Bridgforth
Jerry Lee Bogard
Garland, Freddy, Mark and Nicki Derden
In memory of Allen Homra and Bill Homra by Carol and Paul Hooks
Eddie Gay
In memory of Allen Homra by Francis and Alan Frazier
In memory of Bill Homra by Susie and Pat Fenwick
Tara Dowdy
In memory of Allen Homra and Bill Homra by Brenda and Bob Mahan
In memory of Stacey and Allen Homra by Connie and Jim Moore
Thomas (Tom) Nall
In memory of Allen Homra and Bill Homra by Dave Peterson
In memory of Allen Homra and Bill Homra by Al Bushart
In memory of Allen Homra and Bill Homra by Ryan Hamra
In memory of Allen Homra and Bill Homra by Lorraine and Alan Jones
In memory of Allen Homra by Janis and Carl Brothers
In memory of Allen Homra by Mr. and Mrs. David Leech
In memory of Allen Homra by Dr. Pat Day
In memory of Allen Homra by Stacy and Jimmy Simpson
In memory of Allen Homra by Lucretia and Bryan Fink
In memory of Allen Homra by Misty and Jay Coker
In memory of Allen Homra and Bill Homra by Melanie and Mike Hawks
In memory of Allen Homra and Bill Homra by Wendy and Dan Homra
In memory of Allen Homra and Bill Homra by Dr. and Mrs. Edwin Noffel
In memory of Allen Homra and Bill Homra by DeAnne and Chris Dickson
Betty and Charles Binford—dear friends of the Homra family
In memory of Allen Homra and Bill Homra by Ben and Kenny Jabbour
Danise and Tim Hazlewood
In memory of Ronald Homra, MD by Melba Homra
Skipper Homra
Leslie (Fossett) and Bill Worthington
Al and Laura Oliver
In memory of Neal Gilliam by his children, Brandi Gilliam and Jeff “Eagle” Gilliam

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