On September 28, 2005 the Television Academy dedicated a statue as a tribute to Jim Henson. The statue dedication ceremony coincided with the first day of issue of the United States Postage Service's Jim Henson and Muppets Stamps.
The statue features Jim Henson surrounded by Big Bird, Kermit the Frog, Oscar the Grouch, Rowlf the Dog, Miss Piggy and Gonzo. It is hanging out side of the Television Academy building in North Hollywood.