Annual Support

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Annual Support

You Can Help

Every year the Chicago History Museum helps thousands of visitors, families, and school groups become aware of the significance of our past. From understanding the Great Chicago Fire, to grasping the value of cultural diversity, the Museum is here to tell Chicago's story—and you can help us keep those stories alive.

Please make your gift online today or contact us at 312-799-2122. for more information. Your support will make it possible for us to continue to conserve artifacts, offer unique children's programming, and continue our long tradition of excellence.

Benefits of Giving

Friends ($1-99) receive:

  • A one-year subscription to our quarterly newsletter, Calendar.($100-249)

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Patrons ($100-249) receive:

  • A one-year subscription to Calendar;
  • A one-year subscription to our donor newsletter, Chicago Treasures; and
  • Your name listed in the annual report as a Patron.

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Donors ($250-499) receive all of the benefits listed above, plus:

  • A special Donor card that entitles you to VIP status throughout the museum;
  • Invitations to exclusive Donors Club events; 
  • All of the benefits of a family membership, including a free subscription to Chicago History, unlimited free admission to our galleries, unlimited access to our research facilities, and special discounts at the Museum Store, and in the research center; and
  • Your name listed in the annual report as a Donor.

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Contributor ($500-999) receive all of the benefits listed above, plus:

  • A special Contributor card that entitles you to VIP status throughout the museum;
  • Invitations to exclusive Donors Club events;
  • All of the benefits of a family membership, including a free subscription to Chicago History, unlimited free admission to our galleries, unlimited access to our research facilities, and special discounts at the Museum Store and in the research center; and
  • Your name listed in the annual report as a Contributor.

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Historical Alliance Members ($1,000 and above)

Historic Alliance members receive all of the above benefits along with many additional unique privileges. For more information, please call the Development Office at 312-642-4600 or review the Historical Alliance information online.