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Wadsworth Museum Receives $1 Million Grant to Reopen on Wednesdays

institutional · 2026-03-19

The Wadsworth has secured a $1 million grant from Travelers, enabling the museum to restore Wednesday operating hours for the first time since the pandemic. This five-year funding will increase public access from four to five days weekly. Allison Blais, President and CEO of The Wadsworth, stated the grant provides more opportunities for visitors to engage with the museum's collections and programs. The museum had previously reduced hours due to COVID-19 restrictions.

Key facts

  • The Wadsworth received a $1 million grant from Travelers
  • The grant will fund Wednesday hours restoration over five years
  • Public access expands from four to five days per week

Entities

Institutions

  • The Wadsworth
  • Travelers

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