Est. Maine

Smyrna Mills
has a keeper
for your keepsakes.

Big Beard Taxidermy preserves your most meaningful trophies and memories with meticulous artistry — right here in northern Maine.

Artistic taxidermy mount display in a rustic workshop setting
Majestic deer head mount on a natural wood plaque
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Handcrafted work — no machines shortcuts, just skilled hands and patience.

Maine

Locally owned and operated in Smyrna Mills — we know these woods.

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Memories preserved — your trophy becomes a family heirloom for generations.

What We Do

Crafted with care,
built to last.

From field to finished mount, every piece receives individual attention and time-honored technique.

Taxidermy Mounting

Full-body mounts, shoulder mounts, and head mounts — each sculpted and dressed to life-like perfection using traditional methods.

Restoration & Repair

Brought your grandfather's mount down from the attic? We restore faded fur, repair stands, and breathe new life into aged pieces.

Custom Works

Bird collections, fish mounts, antler displays, and unique commissions — tell us what you envision and we'll make it real.

Consultation

Not sure what's possible? Bring your specimen in for a free evaluation and we'll discuss options, timelines, and pricing.

Local & Convenient

Located right off Highway 212 in Smyrna Mills — easy to find, easy to drop off, and close enough that you're not shipping your trophy across the state.

Passion-Driven

This isn't a factory — it's a craft. Every mount gets personal attention because we genuinely care about the stories behind each specimen.

Interior of Big Beard Taxidermy workshop with tools and mounts

Northern Maine

Proudly serving hunters, collectors, and families since day one.

About Us

A craft rooted in
the woods we call home.

Big Beard Taxidermy is a family-run shop in the heart of Smyrna Mills, just off State Highway 212. We grew up hunting these woods, fishing these rivers, and respecting the animals that make northern Maine what it is.

That respect shows up in every mount we create. We don't rush the work. We don't cut corners. Every skin is prepped, every form is sculpted, and every pose is set with the same care we'd want for our own trophies.

Whether you're bringing in a buck you've tracked for three seasons, a trout that got away from nobody, or a faded mount from your father's den — we treat it like it matters. Because it does.

Traditional Methods
Personal Attention
Locally Owned

Got a trophy that needs
a second life?

Drop by the shop or give us a call. We'll walk you through the process — no pressure, no surprises.

Get in Touch

Say hello.
We'd love to hear from you.

Have a question about a mount, a restoration, or pricing? Reach out however you prefer — we respond fast.

Visit the Shop

1007 State Hwy 212
Smyrna Mills, ME 04780-4102

Call Us

(207) 408-1906

Send a Message

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