Giving Circles
Deeper engagement, closer access.
Our giving circles bring together members who want to sustain specific aspects of our mission—from collections care to public engagement—while gaining exclusive access to the people, projects, and preservation decisions that shape this institution. Each circle supports different work; all share the conviction that our American past deserves ambitious stewardship.
Collectors’ Club
For those captivated by material culture and the stories objects tell. Your investment sustains collections care and paves the way for new exhibitions. You’ll gain private access to view collection objects by appointment, join exclusive semi-annual conversations with our Director of Preservation & Collections, and receive one complimentary private tour each year (up to 15 guests).
Preservation Circle
For those fascinated by how things are made—and maintained. You’re supporting the transformation of our historic campus into a leading laboratory for preservation education and traditional trades training. Watch restoration work in progress through exclusive behind-the-scenes access, join Director’s Tours twice a year, and receive a 10% discount on Waterman Hall rentals.
Silas Deane Society
For those invested in how history gets told—and why it matters now. Your support enables ambitious programming and the infrastructure that makes innovative public history possible. Share ideas over an annual private lunch with the Executive Director and a guest historian, receive one complimentary private tour (up to 15 guests), and enjoy a 15% discount on Waterman Hall rentals.
Conservation Guild
For stewards ready to join the conversation. You’re not just supporting the mission—you’re shaping it. Participate in focus-group discussions with Museum leadership on conservation and education priorities, receive named recognition on our donor wall, share six complimentary house tour passes with family and friends, access conference rooms twice yearly, and receive rental discounts on our historic Webb Barn (10%) and modern, light-filled Waterman Hall (15%) overlooking our Colonial Revival Garden.
Explore More Membership Opportunities
- Gift Memberships The gift you can revisit all year. Invite someone into a community that sustains Revolutionary-era preservation and builds historical understanding.
- Corporate Membership Preserve our landmarks, strengthen our community. Offer employees meaningful benefits while supporting the preservation of National Historic Landmark houses and accessible programming.
- Institutional Membership Affordable access for organizations. Libraries, schools, and nonprofits receive year-round admission supporting professional engagement with primary source history.
Questions? For more information and to take advantage of these opportunities, contact
Renee Dumouchel
Director, Advancement & Communications
(860) 529-0612 ext.106 | rdumouchel@wdsmuseum.org