About Us
Welcome to Henry James Woodcraft! We are Mark and Anita Bennison, the proud founders and artisans behind our passion-driven woodworking venture. While our roots may have grown differently, we both share an unshakable love for crafting with care, a trait we inherited from our dads.
Anita's journey is firmly rooted in Hopewell Valley, where she not only grew up but now resides on the very street she called home during her childhood. Mark, on the other hand, experienced the world as an "Airforce brat," with home shifting wherever his father's service took them.
The common thread that binds us is the deep admiration we hold for things constructed with love and dedication—a sentiment passed down from our dads. Their influence has been the cornerstone of our woodworking venture.
Nestled in the serene Sourland Mountains of Hopewell, NJ, our workshop is where the magic unfolds. Every single product we offer is meticulously designed and handcrafted here, infused with a blend of traditional artistry and contemporary design.
Thank you for joining us on this journey. At Henry James Woodcraft, we pour our hearts into every piece we create.
We’re happy you’re here!
Mark and Anita Bennison
Henry James Woodcraft is our heartfelt homage to the old-world Swiss craftsmanship of (Henry) Muentener Builders, a name synonymous with quality and craftsmanship in Hopewell, NJ, and (James) Bennison Wood Products, a respected veteran-owned woodworking manufacturer in Stroudsburg, PA. We honor the timeless skills and techniques we learned from our fathers, which continue to guide our path in modern woodworking.