Grand Teton National Park Foundation and Grand Teton National Park are making meaningful progress on the Mormon Row Initiative, a multi-year effort to preserve this iconic cultural landscape and enhance the way visitors experience it. This summer, two important milestones are shaping the future of Mormon Row: restoration work is well underway at the Roy Chambers Homestead, and the public comment period for proposed visitor improvements has been completed.
Chambers Homestead Restoration
In early April, crews contracted through the Foundation became the first team to mobilize in the park this season by clearing snow from the Roy Chambers Homestead, allowing restoration work to begin as soon as the site was accessible. Since then, steady progress has been made. New siding has been installed on the main house and bunkhouse, interior walls are framed, utilities are in place, and drywall was completed by the end of July. A new well and septic system will be installed later this summer.
When finished, the Chambers site will provide four seasonal employee housing units, meeting critical operational needs while preserving the structure’s historic integrity. This project exemplifies the Foundation’s commitment to adaptive reuse—giving historic buildings new life in service of the park.
Visitor Experience Planning and Public Feedback
Grand Teton National Park recently concluded a month-long public engagement effort to gather input on proposed improvements to the Mormon Row Historic District. The goal: to better serve visitors while protecting the site's cultural and natural resources.
Proposals included:
- Creating a pedestrian and cycling-only zone in the heart of the district to improve safety and reduce vehicle impact
- Expanding and relocating the parking area to the southeast corner of Antelope Flats Road and Mormon Row Road
- Enhancing interpretive and directional signage to help visitors understand the area’s significance
- Restoring native vegetation and improving ecological function
- Adding new visitor amenities, including restrooms and an information kiosk
Public sentiment was largely supportive, with many respondents in favor of improved parking, safety, and education. Some concerns were raised around preserving the site's historic feel and protecting local wildlife. These comments will inform the final design.
What’s Next
Final design work will be completed this summer, with construction expected to begin in spring 2026. Improvements will enhance the visitor experience while preserving the authenticity of Mormon Row—a place where cultural history and the beauty of the Tetons come together.
The Foundation would like to thank everyone who has supported the Mormon Row Initiative!