Become a Member
New and lapsed members will receive a 14-month membership for the price of annual membership during the Museum’s fall membership drive ending December 31st.
The McLean County Museum of History is an essential thread in the cultural and educational fabric of Central Illinois.
Housed in the magnificent Old McLean County Courthouse, our programs and exhibits tell the rich stories of past generations along with those of new and growing communities.
Whatever inspires you to join, please know that your 100% tax-deductible membership is truly an act of philanthropy that supports local history, preservation, and education for the entire community.
Compare membership levels
November is Member Appreciation Month!
Members make our mission a reality. To express our gratitude, we are offering a month filled with member-exclusive events, discounts, and more!
Click here to see all activities and discountsWhat does becoming a member do for the Museum?
All membership levels help us to preserve and share local history.
Removes financial barriers to learning and cultural opportunities
Provides annual educational programs for more than 9,000 local children and senior citizens
Increases online access to our Library/Archives and Collections
Supports FREE Tuesdays at the Museum
Offers public events such as the Evergreen Cemetery Walk and scholarly lectures.
What does becoming a member do for me?
All membership levels are fully tax-deductible and include our quarterly On the Square magazine, access to exhibit openings and special events, and exclusive member-only discounts.
On the Square tri-annual magazine in your mailbox
From events to exhibits, and collection highlights to staff spotlights, you'll get to know who we are, what we're doing, and how your membership helps us make history.
Access to exhibit openings and special events.
Advanced viewing of exhibits before they open to the public and unique member only experiences.
Access to exclusive discounts.
With Museum discounts and savings at 475+ museums and cultural destinations nationwide—your membership provides value throughout the year.
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Annual savings with Membership discounts
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Free museum admission
For you and your family, every day we’re open
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Discount on ticketed Museum events
Reserve your seat at annual events like our History Makers Gala
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10% discount at Museum gift shop
Save on sirup, Museum merch, historic books, and more
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Discounted admission to 475+ historic sites and museums
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Up to 20% discount at select local businesses
Compare Membership Levels
Davis
$100 / year
- 10% discount on new gift memberships
- Help fund a senior reminiscence program
Fifer-Bohrer
$250 / year
- Help fund a loan kit
- Invitation to an exclusive member event
Stevenson
$500 / year
- Invitation to premium member events
- Provides Museum access to one local family in need
Lincoln
$1000 / year
- Additional guest tickets to all member events
- Help fund a week in Stevenson-Ives Library
- Provides Museum access to two local families in need
McLean
$2500 / year
- Help fund one day of Museum operations
- Provides Museum access to five local families in need
- Recognition as Sponsor of the Day
Benefits included with all levels:
- 10% discount at Museum gift shop
- Exclusive discounts at select local businesses
- Free Museum admission
- Member appreciation activities
- Member price tickets to Museum events
- Time Travelers Program
- Tri-Annual On the Square magazine
