I have used Tom 2 or 3 times now and he has always done amazing work. Fair pricing and very good…read morewith communicating. I wouldn't go to anyone else but him.

From the owner: Hello, my name is Thomas M. Stepanek, owner and operator of Tom's Wildlife Art & Taxidermy, a full…read moreservice studio. I am located in Plainfield, IL., in Kendall County. I am a husband to my beautiful wife, Nicole and father to my three children, Gavin, Savannah and Abby, along with our Golden Retriever, Bella. I have been a sportsman all of my life. Hunting, fishing and trapping is my life. I especially enjoy hunting with my recurve bow. I sent myself through taxidermy school. I attended and graduated from Dan Reinhart's School of Taxidermy in Edgerton, WI. I learned all the latest and up to date procedures and tricks of the trade to produce fabulous works of art from my taxidermy projects. Friends and family are now telling me that the mounts that i produced from school, my first ever true works of taxidermy, were as good or better than any taxidermy work that they have ever had done.

I am so disappointed with the work done to my pet turtle of 24 years. I dropped my turtle off on…read moreMay 15, 2025 (and sent pictures of how he looked alive). On the contract, Peter said it would take approximately 60 to 90 days. After numerous unanswered calls and texts sent to Peter, he finally answered my call in January 2026 and told me to call back in a month. I called back and was crying on the phone, telling Peter of all the holidays in 2025 that were missed without my turtle; but Peter was really rude to me. I got a call the beginning of May 2026 telling me my turtle was ready for pick-up. I was horrified at what I saw when I went to Peter's shop on May 11, 2026, almost a year after I dropped my turtle off. The texture, color and shape of my turtle's head, neck and legs were just horrific! Only the top of his shell looked like him. Peter offered to do touch-ups and kept my turtle to try and make my turtle look better, but the damage was already done. I finally took my turtle home on May 27, 2026, crying all the way back home. I don't know if this was the first time Peter was trying to do a complete small turtle (the size of a saucer), but he really botched this job. So, beware, customers!

I went here a few months ago for a birthday present for my boss. I bought him a crab from a resale…read moreshop and it fell apart so I needed it fixed. Pete was so accommodating and talented. He mounted my crab on a beautiful repurposed block of wood. He did a wonderful job and it looked amazing!! I even had a missing piece and he replaced it without it being noticeable. Great spot! Definitely will go to Pete again!!

Completed an FFL transfer to Bill at Smith Taxidermy the entire experience was wonderful maintained…read morecommunication with me couldn't wish for a better experience thank you Bill!! i transferred a firearm from Smoky mountain guns and ammo btw!

Well, I have never reviewed a Taxidermy Shop before, but I figure there is a first for everything…read more My family and friends have been utilizing Mr. Smith's services for three decades. We have had ducks, pheasants and deer mounted over the years and have always been very happy. He is gruff and to the point, but I appreciate a no Bull-Shit approach to most things, so we get along well. I would recommend his work (and have a million times) to anyone who wants to immortalize the memory of a phenomenal hunt through taxidermy. Thanks Bill, look forward to picking up my Buck next spring!!

Quality, time, and cost were superior to other taxidermists I've used. Highly recommend!read more

I've used Keith's taxidermy for several years now. He is a master of his craft. I saw a grouchy…read morecomplaint review stating that taxidermy could take up to 2-3 years. While I've had my taxidermy with Keith take as little as 90 days (unheard of in the business) and as long as 14 months, ANY TAXIDERMIST THAT GETS YOUR STUFF BACK TO YOU IN UNDER THREE YEARS IS A MIRACLE WORKER. Behind every taxidermy complaint that they take too long is usually a story of a customer that never said what they wanted or never paid their prior bill, thus ensuring no further work gets started until debts get settled. Just my opinion having dealt with many taxidermists over the years. Keith is great, I recommend him.

You do not have to need taxidermy services to appreciate this business. They have rustic…read morefurniture, rustic decorations, knives, animal skulls, and various taxidermy items for sale. Love to stop here to see what new inventory that they have, they are always getting new stuff in. People are friendly, knowledgeable, and willing to answer questions.

The taxidermy and home decor/furniture/appliances are amazingly. Definitely coming back with more…read moretime to browse/purchase things for my home. Also strongly considering to bring something back from my next hunt to get done. Friendly service/great environment!

I have been going to BIG MIKE'S for over 25 years!!!!! He has Mounted numerous trophies for me,…read moreBlack Bears, White Tail, Wild Boar, Axis Deer, Fellow Deer, Blackbuck Antelope, Coyote, Mouflon Ram, Pheasant. He has done over two dozen mounts, and they all look as good as the day I first got them back from BIG MIKE'S. I would highly recommend BIG MIKE'S!!! If you took the time to go to the woods to hunt, than take the time to get them mounted with BIG MIKE'S. Glen

Attended an adult show and tell at the back of this museum. Ticket price included access to the…read moremuseum itself. While seemingly randomly strung together some of the exhibits were impressive include large displays of pinned insects. Live animals and insects are also on display. Gift shop one of the must unique I've ever seen.

This museum is such a delightful and educational place. Nina is so inviting and I'm so glad this…read moreplace exists.