Wells Book Arts Center is moving to Hobart & William Smith

January 28, 2026

Image of 3 Vandercook presses in a row in a room, with window visible above, showing the new WBAC classroom space at HWS

In November, The New York State Supreme Court in Cayuga County approved the legacy agreement that transfers Wells Book Arts Center (WBAC) to Hobart and William Smith Colleges (HWS). This legacy agreement also transfers stewardship of Wells College records, endowment, and some archival materials. WBAC will be getting operations off the ground over the course of Spring 2026 in its new home. Please stay tuned for updates.

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