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Marion E. Wade Center of Wheaton College

Marion E. Wade Center of Wheaton College

The Wade Center was founded for the purpose of gathering and publicizing the books, manuscripts, letters, and other writings of seven noted British authors: Owen Barfield, G.K. Chesterton, C.S. Lewis, George MacDonald, Dorothy L. Sayers, J.R.R. Tolkien, and Charles Williams. This special collection and archives is a tribute to the importance of the literary, historical, and Christian heritage of these writers. Together, these seven authors form a school of thought, as they valued and promoted the life of the mind and the imagination. Through service to those who use its resources and by making known the words of its seven authors, the Wade Center strives to continue their legacy.

We pursue this goal by:

  • making the collection’s materials accessible to researchers and casual visitors, in our  reading room and museum
  • maintaining an educational presence through  publications and lectures
  • cultivating a network of professional contacts through participation in conferences, and collaboration with other organizations that share our goals

If you would like to participate in furthering the work of the Wade Center, we invite you to become a part of the Friends of the Wade. Members of this program provide tax-deductible donations which support those expenses and designated purchases that are not covered by our endowment.

Due to the generosity and efforts of many individuals, the Wade Center has developed over the years into an internationally recognized repository and researc ... view more »

LOCATION

Marion E. Wade Center of Wheaton College

351 East Lincoln, Wheaton, IL 60187

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PUBLIC HOURS

Located on the northwest corner of Washington St. and Lincoln Ave., the center is open Monday-Friday, 9-4, and Saturday, 9-12 (closed on Saturdays during the summer).

PUBLIC ADMISSION FEES

There is no admission fee to visit our  museum or to use the resources of the Kilby Reading Room.

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