Jim Henson Arrives On The Scene

The famous creator of "The Muppets" is born in Greenville, MS

September 24, 1936

The creator of “The Muppets,” as well as the iconic kids television show “Sesame Street,” James Maury “Jim” Henson was born on this day in Greenville, Mississippi. A long way from the glitz of New York City, Jim’s father was an agent for the U.S. Department of Agriculture and was charged with helping farmers secure loans and stay abrea…