The Little Welcome Wagon

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About Us

The Little Welcome Wagon was founded by Hillary Hanel Rose, a mom, teacher, and museum professional in southeastern Michigan. She has designed spaces and experiences for children of all ages throughout her 15+ years of working with children’s museums, schools, and other organizations. As a mom of two young children, she understands how helpful it is to have smooth and enjoyable family outings, and it is her goal to help more businesses and organizations provide those positive experiences.

Hillary’s husband, George, owns a local construction company, so The Little Welcome Wagon has built-in expertise to help with any amenity installation projects. This ensures that the upgrades to your space are done quickly, safely, and affordably.

A freshly transformed family lobby space shown as a split scene: on one side, a sparsely decorated waiting area with a plain bench and dull walls; on the other, a vibrant, family-friendly version of the same room. The upgraded side includes soft, rounded furniture shapes, a colorful rug with abstract house and heart motifs, low shelves with neatly organized toys, and a cozy reading nook. Natural window light pours in from the right, highlighting the welcoming textures and warm wood surfaces. Photographic realism with a wide-angle, straight-on composition clearly contrasts before and after, conveying the impact of thoughtful consulting. The atmosphere feels playful and organized, suggesting a strategic yet fun redesign that better serves families.

How Our Little Wagon Started

The Little Welcome Wagon was inspired by real-life parenting of babies and toddlers, experience designing children’s museum exhibits, and developing fun play and learning experiences for kids. We use our expertise to design spaces where families truly enjoy their experience and look forward to their next visit.

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