The Wadsworth announces $1 million grant from Travelers to restore Wednesday hours.
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The Wadsworth announces $1 million grant from Travelers to restore Wednesday hours. Expanded five-day schedule begins March 18. HARTFORD, Conn., March 18, 2026 - The Wadsworth today announced that it will restore its Wednesday hours for the first time since the pandemic, thanks to a $1 million grant from Travelers. The grant, which will span across five years, enables America's oldest public art museum to expand from four to five days of public access each week. "We are deeply grateful to Travelers for this transformational gift, allowing us to open our doors to the public one more day every week," said Allison Blais, President and CEO of The Wadsworth. "An additional day means thousands more opportunities each year for students, families and community members to experience the museum's renowned collections, exhibitions and programs." Like many cultural institutions, The Wadsworth was forced to restrict public hours during the COVID-19 pandemic. After a comprehensive rebrand and a renewed effort to reengage audiences and the local community, The Wadsworth has been steadily rebuilding and expanding programming for audiences to experience art together. "We've been a longtime partner of The Wadsworth, and with our Hartford offices right across the street, we witness firsthand the incredible impact this treasured institution has on our community," said Lisa B. Walker...
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