HWA Signs Licensing Agreement with the Thomas Jefferson Foundation

Tulip Poplar Tree shown to the right of the Mansion before its removalHistorical Woods of America has entered into a licensing agreement and contract with the Thomas Jefferson Foundation to reclaim and repurpose the Tulip Poplar Tree that many believe Thomas Jefferson planted in 1807 off the southwest corner of his home, Monticello. Unfortunately, this tree had to be removed for safety concerns. The tree has stood hollow for many years. Although efforts to keep the tree alive in this condition have been successful, recently the tree has succumb to old age. It was a difficult decision for the foundation to remove this tree, but one that had to be made. The foundation has entrusted HWA to carry on the historic significance and fond memories of this tree through the creation of unique-handcrafted items, which will be sold through Monticello's gift shop, as well as HWA's usual marketing avenues. A portion of the proceeds from the sales of these items will benefit Thomas Jefferson Foundation's educational programs.  Please visit the Foundation's website here for further information. HWA Founder, William Jewell, stands next to the massive Tulip Poplar Tree after its removal

A podcast of an interview with Director of Gardens and Grounds, Peter Hatch, describing the tree's historic relevance can be heard here.

More about this Tulip Poplar Tree can be found at Virginia Tech's Remarkable Tree Project.

Sample products made from this tree:

This vase is one example of the handcrafted items created from this Tulip Poplar Tree

Fountain Pen created from the Tulip Poplar Tree.