Museum Development

We are laying the foundation for a permanent children’s literary arts museum rooted in local cultural practice and long-term stewardship.

A woman with gray hair and glasses smiling at a table filled with art supplies, including markers and crayons, outdoors with trees in the background. A child with braided hair and white shirt is in front of her.
A diverse group of people crossing the street under a bridge on a sunny day, some pushing strollers, walking together, with trees and a blue sky in the background.
A man and a boy are engaged in conversation at an outdoor science event with banners that read "Super Sprockets" and list educational topics like problem solving, STEM, critical thinking, and innovation. The man is wearing glasses and a blue polo shirt, and the boy is wearing a red shirt.
Smiling woman with glasses and two children at an outdoor event, looking at items on a table under a tree.
Two young girls and an adult woman are sitting at a table outdoors, working on a craft project with beads and strings. They are surrounded by lush greenery and dappled sunlight. 
Contribute

Current efforts focus on expanding programs and strengthening 
infrastructure. If you would like to be part of early development, advisory conversations, or capital planning updates, complete the interest form below.

The museum will serve as:


• A site for literary arts programming, like author talks, book readings, and illustrator workshops
• A home for the community archive
• A cultural resource for children and families