Valley Road Woodcarvers Is Open Each Operating Day.

The upper floor of Valley Road Woodcarvers is filled with a stunning selection of intricately hand-carved gifts, beautiful home décor, one-of-a-kind fireplace mantels, welcoming doors and carving related merchandise. From rustic country charm to sleek elegance, you're sure to find the perfect item to fit your style.

Our Master Woodcarvers are located in the lower level in our Silver Dollar City Production Shop. This level is devoted to an impressive selection of "how to" books on woodcarving complemented by a complete selection of supplies, from carving tools to blanks. Stop by and join visiting carvers as they demonstrate their craft, telling stories while they carve small "give away" animals and flowers, making this shop a favorite of kids and adults alike.

In celebration of Silver Dollar City's 50th anniversary, a limited edition chip carved keepsake box will be available during the 2010 season, with a special 50th coin incorporated into the ornately designed lid of each commemorative piece. 

The Story of Valley Road Woodcarvers

When Ozark tomato farmers weren't in their fields, they could be found fishing for their supper in the afternoons, and gathered on a neighbor's porch in the cool of the evening "whittling" out toys for the kids and kitchen utensils for the wives. These carving sessions started out as a relaxing evening pastime, but soon the farmers found themselves getting more competitive about their handicrafts. Each gentleman honed his skills and took on more ambitious projects in an effort to "outdo" the other fellows. Eventually the carvings became more elaborate, and the men carved doors for their homes, and mantels to go over their fireplaces. There were so many carvings, the wives opened up shop!

Pam Gresham, Master Chip Carver