Did you know Dover is home to a 10-foot-tall polar bear, a colonial-era stronghold, and the birthplace of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles? The Woodman Museum has been a cornerstone of the community for generations, offering everything from jars of glow-in-the-dark stones to Abraham Lincoln’s saddle. But this isn’t your average local museum—it’s a living, breathing piece of Dover’s past and future. Whether it’s the eerie beauty of a taxidermy bird gallery crafted over a century ago or the vibrant, interactive Ninja Turtles exhibit, the Woodman Museum bridges the quirky and the profound in ways you’d never expect. Curious to learn how this small-town treasure is redefining history and shaping the cultural fabric of Dover?
From third-grade field trips to groundbreaking exhibits, the Woodman Museum has a way of sticking with you—and evolving in ways you’d never imagine. Director John Nichol’s vision has transformed the museum into a hub of innovation, blending timeless stories with immersive experiences that captivate visitors of all ages. Picture stepping into a comic book brought to life, uncovering the scandalous ties between Dover and Lincoln’s assassin, or exploring the labor-intensive world of flax spinning. It’s not just a museum—it’s a journey through time, packed with surprises at every turn.
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