TaxidermyXBarry Peterson Taxidermy
Taxidermist in Forest Lake, Minnesota
Big Game
Fish
Birds
Small Game
ExoticAbout Barry Peterson Taxidermy
Barry Peterson Taxidermy is a taxidermy studio located in Forest Lake, Minnesota, offering mounts for a wide range of game from Midwestern species to African animals.
They focus on high-quality work, customer satisfaction, and creating pieces designed to be kept for a lifetime, with much of their business coming from repeat clients and referrals.
This is a full-service studio handling everything from standard mounts to custom design work and ready-made pieces for sale.
Animal Mount Types
big game
- • Elk
fish
- • Fish Replicas
- • Fish Skin Mounts
birds
- • Gobbling turkey
- • Pheasants
- • Ruffed grouse
- • Chukar
small game
exotic
- • African game
Animal Mount Details
They work on big game, small game, birds, and fish, including both local and African species.
Available mount styles include shoulder mounts, full-body mounts, traditional skin mounts and replicas for fish, bird mounts, and custom habitat or commercial display pieces.
Owner Barry Peterson is a Minnesota native with over 40 years of taxidermy experience and describes the work as a passion rather than just a job.
They emphasize detailed, high-quality craftsmanship and take pride in every mount that leaves the shop.
Pricing & Turnaround
The studio posts specific prices on finished mounts for sale, many at reduced prices, and encourages you to call or stop by for quotes on custom work.
Customers report that pricing is very reasonable for the quality and that mounts are often completed within or even ahead of the quoted timeframe.
They also offer custom habitat bases, commercial and retail display mounts, and a selection of finished mounts for purchase.
What Customers Say
Reviews consistently praise the excellent workmanship and very nice, realistic mounts across deer, birds, fish, bears, and full-body projects.
Customers describe Barry and his wife as very friendly, easy to work with, and highly recommend the studio to others.
Reviewers highlight reliable, timely turnaround—sometimes faster than promised—and view the pricing as a great value, with several noting repeat business.
Find Out More
Located at 13427 Humber St in Forest Lake, Minnesota, they serve hunters and anglers from the surrounding region and display some work at local businesses such as Gander Mountain and Mike's Bait on Highway 8.
Because hours are customized, you should call or contact the studio directly to discuss your project, confirm availability, and arrange a visit.
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