Guided Tour of Wharton Esherick Museum

2113 Ratings

$20

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Explore the ornate and whimsical former studio of American craftsman and woodworking extraordinaire, Wharton Esherick. Nestled in the picturesque hillsides of Malvern, this narrated, guided tour shares the legacy of Wharton’s extensive and impressive collection of rich and innovative wood sculptures and furnishings.

Duration:  1hr 15mins
Cancellation:  24.0hrs
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Highlights

  • Tour the home and workspace of the mastermind of American furniture, and discover preserved woodworking treasures of handcrafted beauty.
  • Learn about the history and design of Expressionist woodworking from a knowledgeable museum docent
  • Marvel at the beauty of the natural furnishings of Wharton’s rustic stone-walled studio and home, specifically harvested from the Great Valley, and chosen exclusively for their aesthetic appeal

What's Included

  • Guided tour of Wharton Esherick Museum

Additional Information

Please arrive 10-15 minutes before your tour starts. The Museum is not handicap accessible.

Rules

Under 5s go free

Cancellation policy

Full refunds for cancellations made at least 24 hours in advance.

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Carla
Mar 25, 2023
Excellent Docent, great story, stunning woodwork and setting: Our guide was a very well spoken young woman, a woodworker herself who was able to help us understand the difficulty behind Esherick’s works, including hidden bits. We really enjoyed the tour and will be back. I highly recommend a trip to this unique museum.
Broc
Mar 23, 2023
Michelle
Mar 20, 2023
Phil was a fabulous guide… his passion and enthusiasm made the experience inspirational!
Laura
Mar 19, 2023
Our tour guide was excellent, passionate and knowledgeable.
Cheryl
Mar 19, 2023
Informative, interesting, tour of an awesome place. I was thrilled to see the works by WE. I hope to be able to see the blue workshops someday.
Sue
Mar 18, 2023
The tour was inspiring. So many thougtful touches to his craft. A morning surrounded by beauty. Thank you
Larry
Mar 14, 2023
A very laid back approach to a museum tour. I will definitely be back for a more in depth tour in the future.
Holly
Mar 12, 2023
Douglas
Mar 12, 2023
Jaci
Mar 11, 2023
A magical place, nestled in a residential area, with beautiful wood carvings and painting throughout the museum. Our tour guide was informative, friendly and knowledgeable.

Location

Meeting location:  1520 Horse Shoe Trail

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