The St. Charles History Museum is a 501(c)3 nonprofit supported by the community and people like you.
Here's how you can help:
become a member
Membership at the St. Charles History Museum not only supports the Museum, but it also comes with great benefits! Members receive discounted access to the Museum, as well as special programs and events. You will also receive advance notice and invites to exhibit previews. In addition, you receive a 10% discount at the Museum Gift Shop, reduced research fees, and a subscription to our newsletter The Charlemagne. To purchase a Membership online, please visit our Membership page.
Our members are the people who allow the museum to dream big and deliver on our mission to collect, preserve, and present our local history. If you are looking for a great way to have a lasting impact on your community, please consider moving up to the Support level of giving. These levels start at just $100 and include Museum Membership, as well as many additional benefits. For information on Supporter Levels, please visit our Supporter page.
The St. Charles History Museum is a 501(c)(3) and all memberships are tax-deductible to the full extent of the law.
Donate
100% of the donations we receive go towards the Museum's mission to collect, preserve, and present St. Charles' history. Your donation, of any size, will ensure we continue moving forward with the redevelopment of our permanent exhibit, allow us to continue developing engaging temporary exhibits, and let us continue in our preservation efforts of the Museum collection. On top of all that, all donations are tax-deductible!
Leave a Legacy
The Museum relies on the generosity of its members and supporters throughout the community. We are continually grateful to the individuals and families who have established Planned Gifts over the years, leaving a legacy that has benefited the Museum both during and after their lifetime. Click here to learn more.
Shop the Curious Fox Gift Shop
Support the St. Charles History Museum while you shop for gifts and your daily needs. Looking for a great souvenir or memento? The Curious Fox Gift Shop located in the St. Charles History Museum features a wide selection of everything St. Charles -including St. Charles branded pillows, blankets, t-shirts and other apparel, locally produced pottery, jewelry, honey and salsa products.
The St. Charles History Museum is always looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help with the Museum collection, exhibits, and Museum events. No matter your age or skill level, the History Museum has many volunteer opportunities available. For more information about volunteering or to fill out a volunteer form click here.
Be a Sponsor
Over the last three years, the St. Charles History Museum has made significant changes in its operations by developing a new permanent exhibition titled The Makings of St. Charles, showcasing the origins of St. Charles and the many components of its growth. The Curious Fox Gift Shop has established itself as a one-stop shop for uniquely St. Charles merchandise that focuses on working with local businesses and artisans. The museum has also become a strong community stakeholder by working with other community organizations on new programming and events.
SHOP ON AMAZON
You can actually donate to the Museum while shopping on Amazon - it’s called the Amazon Smile program. This program redirects a portion of Amazon’s profit on your purchases to a non-profit of your choice. It does not increase your cost.
To learn more about Amazon Smile, click here.
To start using Amazon Smile (yes, it works on your PC or your smartphone!), select the St. Charles History Museum by clicking here.
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