Membership and Support Information
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Membership
Preserving the Past · Enriching the Present · Inspiring the Future
Membership at the Washington County Museum is an investment in our shared community story. Your support helps preserve local history, sustain educational programs, and ensure that future generations can connect with the people, places, and events that shaped Washington County, Nebraska.
Whether you are joining as an individual, a family, or a leadership-lev supporter, every membership plays a vital role in keeping history alive.
Membership Benefits
All Members Receive:
- Free museum admission
- Quarterly museum newsletter
- Invitations to members-only programs and events
- Discounts on classes, workshops, and select merchandise
Why Memberships Matters
Membership support allows the Washington County Museum to:
- Preserve artifacts and historic structures
- Provide educational programming for all ages
- Create engaging exhibits and community events
Membership Levels
Heritage Member (Individual)$25 – Preserving where we began
Community Builder/Family$50 – Strengthening our shared present
Legacy Keeper$100 – Carrying the story forward
Pioneer Circle$500 – Expanding how history is told
Visionary Circle $1,000 – Guiding the museum into the future
Pillars of Preservation$5,000+ – Upholding our shared history
Join or Renew Today – Be part of preserving Washington County’s story. Together, we preserve the past, enrich the present, and inspire the future.
The Washington County Museum is a 501(c)(3) organization, and your memberships and financial gifts are tax deductible as allowed by law.
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Financial Gifts
Your Financial gifts helps preserve Washington County’s past, support today’s programs, and inspire future generations. Donors may choose to support a specific area of the museum’s work or allow their gifts to be used where it is needed most.
Suggested Financial Funds are as follows:
- Collections & Artifact Preservation Fund
- Education & Community Programs/Access Funds
- Exhibits & Interpretation Fund
- Historic Structures Preservation Fund
- Collections Growth & Acquisitions Fund
- Innovation & Future Initiatives Fund
- Endowment/Legacy Fund
- Memorial & Tribute Gifts
We understand that meaningful gifts are often planned over time. Contributions may be made as a one-time gift or through a scheduled payment plan. Please contact us to discuss options that work best for you.
The Washington County Museum is a 501(c)(3) organization and your financial gifts are tax deductible as allowed by law.
Please contact Pam Eby, Executive Director, for more information and further discussions.
(P) 402-468-5741
(E) director@wcnemuseum.org
Estate Gifts
Please consider a one-time or on-going gift from your estate. Our passion is to preserve the stories of our county’s history for subsequent generations, and an Estate Gift can ensure you partnership with us into the future.
The Washington County Museum is a 501(c)(3) organization and your financial gifts are tax deductible as allowed by law.
Please contact Pam Eby, Executive Director, for more information and further discussions.
(P) 402-468-5741
(E) director@wcnemuseum.org
Corporate Donations & Employee Matching Gifts
Corporate support plays an essential role in preserving and sharing the history of Washington County, Nebraska. By partnering with the Washington County Museum, businesses demonstrate a commitment to community engagement, education, and long-term preservation.
The Washington County Museum is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, and all contributions are tax-deductible as allowed by law.
Corporate Giving Opportunities
Corporate gifts may support:
- Artifact and archival preservation
- Educational and community programs
- Exhibits and interpretation
- Historic structure preservation
- Innovation and future initiatives
Businesses may choose to direct their support to a specific project or program that aligns with their corporate values and community engagement goals or allow their gift to be used where it is needed most.
We welcome the opportunity to collaborate with corporate partners to create meaningful, visible impact within Washington County. Please contact us to discuss partnership opportunities or project-specific support.
Employee Matching Gifts
Many employers offer matching gift programs that can double, or even triple,
the impact of your personal donation.
If your employer participates in an employee matching gift program, please consider submitting a matching gift request after making your contribution to the Washington County Museum. Matching gifts provide vital support for preservation, education, and community programming.
If you are unsure whether your employer participates, check with your human resources department or contact us for assistance.
The Washington County Museum is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, and all contributions are tax-deductible as allowed by law.
Please contact Pam Eby, Executive Director, for more information and further discussions.
(P) 402-468-5741
(E) director@wcnemuseum.org