Foundation News

The Wagnalls Memorial Foundation is proud to present the "Norman Rockwell in the 1940s" exhibit, debuting May 15th in the Community Building.

The Wagnalls Memorial Foundation is also hosting their 2nd Annual "Art at the Wagnalls" on May 21 and 22, a two day art festival with live music, food trucks, beer and more!

Introducing: Tales from the Castle!

Here, you’ll find behind-the-scenes information about past and upcoming programs, book recommendations, Wagnalls trivia, and the unique perspective of each of our staff members as they take turns writing weekly blog entries. Read as Program Manager, Sarah, recounts the excitement surrounding the Bigfoot presentation from a few years ago: the unexpected turnout, the riveting lecture, and the fascinating people who showed up. She even gives a few Bigfoot book recommendations! If you have ever wanted to know more about this curious cryptid, be sure to put a hold on these titles.

Welcome to the world of Checkers TV

Checkers TV is a kids and family-friendly show that features kid’s personality and educational entertainer Checkers the Inventor, and his robot sidekick, Snoozer, and a variety of special visitors including medical professionals, community leaders, police and fire men and women, and other special guests in highly-produced 30 minute episodes. Each weekly episode also includes segments featuring storytelling, author interviews, art projects, science experiments, interactive games, contests, comedy, magic, and exciting short films that will have children on the edge of their seats.