Ellsworth Legacy Project Fund

By supporting this project, you’re contributing to the preservation and recognition of a vital chapter in the history of craft. Your donation ensures that David’s legacy, along with his immeasurable contributions to woodturning and the craft community, will be thoroughly researched and beautifully documented for future generations.

• Basic Donors: $20–$49
• Bronze Donors: $50–$99
• Silver Donors: $100–$199
• Gold Donors: $200–$499
• Platinum Donors: $500–$999

Major sponsorships of $1,000 or more by individuals, organizations, or foundations will receive a dedicated acknowledgment.

The Ellsworth Legacy Project is undertaking an important initiative to assess and document the profound impact of David Ellsworth on the art of woodturning. At the heart of this effort is a major career retrospective book, David Ellsworth: The Spirit of Woodturning, which will serve as the definitive account of his life, career, and contributions to the craft.

This landmark publication will feature:

• A comprehensive biography of David Ellsworth, detailing his journey as a woodturner, toolmaker, teacher, craft advocate, and leader.
• An insightful essay by a distinguished craft historian, contextualizing his legacy within the broader field of contemporary craft.
• An extensive gallery of his groundbreaking creations in wood, spanning over 50 years.
• A unique chapter featuring stories from woodturners of all levels—hobbyists to professionals—who credit David as a transformative influence in their work.