Diane V.
9/27/2022
I wish I could give the Wade Center 10 stars on Yelp! It's an over-the-top experience to visit and get a full tour if you're a CS Lewis and/or JRR Tolkien fan! This museum and library is located...
Marion E. Wade Center
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351 E Lincoln Ave
Wheaton, IL 60187
The Marion E. Wade Center, located in Wheaton, Illinois, serves as a living literary center dedicated to the scholarly and artistic exploration of seven influential British Christian authors: C.S. Lewis, J.R.R. Tolkien, G.K. Chesterton, George MacDonald, Dorothy L. Sayers, Owen Barfield, and Charles Williams. Through its unique collections, programming, and events, the center promotes cultural engagement and spiritual formation, emphasizing the ongoing relevance of these authors' works.
The Wade Center houses a rich array of materials including books, letters, manuscripts, and articles, supporting both scholarly research and artistic endeavors inspired by these authors. It welcomes visitors to explore its museum, reading room, and gardens, fostering a community that appreciates the intersection of intellect, imagination, and faith.
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5.04 reviews
Annette B.
8/18/2018
I heard about this place through Roadside America and am so glad I went. It was amazing to see Tolkien's desk (on which The Hobbit and parts of the Silmarillion were written), C.S. Lewis's desk,...
Dylan S.
8/1/2017
If you're at Wheaton College, or if you're even in the Wheaton area, you have to check this place out. It's a gold mine for British literature and artifacts, including J.R.R. Tolkien's desk, C.S....
Lar H.
9/4/2014
The Marion E. Wade Library is a hidden gem for classic British literature. This small out-of-the-way library highlights seven authors and sits next to Wheaton College in Wheaton, IL. A sanctuary...
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