Welcome to Carruth Studio
The classic and lighthearted sculptures of George Carruth and his team of artisans are treasured by collectors around the world. For over 35 years, Carruth Studio has helped individuals express their love and friendship on occasions that are best remembered with a special piece of stone art.
Company History
1995 Media attention brings high profile commissions such as the White House Christmas tree ornament and several pieces for the National Cathedral in Washington D.C.
1996 Garden Smiles by Carruth opens in Waterville Ohio. The garden gift shop offers the entire line of Carruth products and work of other artists.
2001 PBS produces a documentary of George Carruth’s career titled:
2008 Along with his daughter, Libby, George publishes their third childrens book, If I were a Dinosaur.
2018 George Carruth is invited by world famous, Tony Packo’s Restaurant to sign a hot dog bun, an honorary tradition that began in 1972. George joins a long list of celebrities including United States presidents, actors, athletes, musicians and astronauts who have been asked to sign a bun for display at the restaurant locations.
2019 Tony Packo’s Restaurants commissions Carruth Studio to create the Packo’s Pickle help promote the brand and their line of food products.
2021 Garden Smiles store is relocated next to Carruth Studio on Farnsworth Road. Renamed Carruth Gift & Gallery, the new store utilizes the space where George’s stone carving studio used to reside.