Ernest Warther Museum & Gardens
331 Karl Avenue, Dover, Ohio 44622
About the Business
The Ernest Warther Museum & Gardens is a unique institution located at 331 Karl Avenue in Dover, Ohio, United States. This museum and tourist attraction tells the story of Ernest Warther, a master carver who dedicated 82 years of his life to creating intricate works of art with a pocketknife he found as a child. Ernest's determination, ingenuity, and artistic ability are showcased in over sixty hand-sculpted works, many of which focus on the steam-engine.
The museum is built around the original location of Ernest and his wife's home, workshop, and the first museum that opened in their backyard in 1936. Today, the museum is owned and operated by third and fourth generation family members who aim to share, educate, and delight visitors with the works of art created by Ernest and Frieda Warther.
Visitors are invited to explore the museum and gardens, where they can learn about the life and art of Ernest Warther. The museum offers a unique and inspiring experience that showcases the passion, determination, and admiration for the beauty of the Warthers' art.
Don't miss the opportunity to visit this one-of-a-kind museum and support its mission by purchasing gift items that share the story of Ernest and Frieda Warther. Come and experience the artistry and legacy of Ernest Warther at the Ernest Warther Museum & Gardens.
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Hours open
Monday:
09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday:
09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday:
09:00 - 17:00
Thursday:
09:00 - 17:00
Friday:
09:00 - 17:00
Saturday:
09:00 - 17:00
Sunday:
09:00 - 17:00
Reviews
"We have been meaning to go here for years and were not disappointed. Very nice museum dedicated to a master carver. The building and gardens are well maintained. Very educational and with well thought out displays, and the tour was very informative. The staff are very passionate and knowledgeable. They have a nice gift shop, but so many of the items were made in China. In that area, it should be all local. They have a new wood shop store that is very nice."
"We visited on a weekend with my parents and enjoyed it. We did the self tour so we could take our time reading and looking at things. They do offer discounts on admission (veteran, AAA, senior). The grounds are lovely, not very large, but beautiful. There is a second building with a button collection that his wife accumulated over the years. We ran out of time and did not get to the 3rd building to see them making knives. Plan on at least 1 - 2 hours if you want to really enjoy the grounds and see everything. The one con I would note is in some places the walkways are narrow or steep which makes it challenging if you have someone in a wheelchair or if you are pushing a stroller."
"An amazing museum showcasing the spectacular carving skills of a highly talented man. From the Lincoln funeral train carved from thousands of pieces of ivory (before ivory was banned) in exacting detail that is just breathtaking to view, to multiple working pairs of pliers carved from a single piece of timber. The buildings are beautifully laid out by the Warther family who maintain it to this day as a celebration of his life and work. Highly recommended."
"Impressive collection as MANY others have noted. Things I found particularly cool. A) He was self-educated (no formal school after 2nd grade) B) Pliers demo…can’t explain it but it is cool. C) He never sold them…always gave them away or burned them. The outside is also impressive. See the pics."
"This is a must go to stop. It's affordable and the the artist was a genius before his time. I was told by someone there. They've been to the museum over 20 times and everytime they go they find something they missed. They also have a button museum which is neat.. who knew Goodyear made rubber buttons"
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