The Attic Thrift Store was established in 1959. With volunteers it served as a fundraising source for the Fayetteville City Hospital. The hospital was established in 1912 and closed in 1990, but the Attic continued services. Today, we support local organizations and offer scholarship funding for nursing and health related fields.

History

A storefront window display with the words "The Attic" and additional signage reading "City Hospital Auxiliary." Inside the store, there are shelves with various items and a person facing inside.
Betty Battenfield

Betty Battenfield, a driving force in the organization, donated her time to the Attic for over 20 years, serving as board president for 5 terms and retiring in August 2024 at age 98. We honor her passing in 2025 remaining dedicated to supporting local community organizations and scholarships.

Black-and-white photo of three people standing in front of a brick building with a sign that reads "The Attic City Hospital Auxiliary."

Photo of The Atttic on the hospital grounds in 1984 with long-time volunteers from left to right, Ellen Meenen, Ethel Sharp and Margaret Gregg.