These exhibits at the Yosemite Valley Visitor Center capture the awe, development and history of big wall climbing in Yosemite Valley. Designed and created in collaboration with Covive, Bo Hick, The Yosemite Conservancy, The Yosemite Climbing Association and the National Park Service, the exhibits put the visitor in the middle of the vertical wilderness. Fabrication and installation by John Murray Productions, Jon Altemus and Alison Pearson.

This video was produced by the fabrication team at John Murray Productions who built the exhibits. The design team was Covive, James Freed Design and Bo Hick. Rock work by Jon Altemus. Murals by Ali Pearson of Alumni Exhibits.

A gigapixel image of the biggest granite wall in Yosemite Valley has such high resolution that one can see actual climbers on the rock face.

Present day climbing gear is displayed alongside historical gear showing how climbers have been developing and creating their own gear for decades.

This kiosk describes the history and function of Search and Rescue in Yosemite Valley.

Zone 3 shows how a portaledge is set up. This is how climbers set up camp and live during big wall climbs which can take many days to complete.

This exhibit utilizes real granite rock to show visitors what it’s like to place different pieces of climbing gear used to protect climbers during a fall. This type of gear replaces the pitons of the past and don’t harm the rock or crack systems climbers rely on to climb.

Chad Upham of Covive demonstrates the selfie spot photo opportunity which places visitors on the vertical north face of Half Dome.