The rewards of membership:

1. Eligible to vote and help guide the Society
2. Be eligible to serve on the board
3. Free subscription to our quarterly newsletter– ($10 extra for a mailed copy)
4. Advanced notice of events and exhibits.
5. Access to invitation-only events.
6. Priority notifications and discounted admission to paid programs.
7. A 10% discount at our gift shop.

Becoming a Member / Renewing a Membership

We prefer that you use our online system.  Become a member or renew an existing membership by credit card, Apple Pay or Google Pay Online HERE . Unlike PayPal, this link (Zeffy) charges no commissions/fees to the Meriden Historical Society. It does suggest a donation to its own organization. If you do not wish to donate to Zeffy, choose “other” and enter “0”

You may also download and print a membership form HERE and send it with your check to MHS – Membership, P.O. Box 3005, Meriden CT 06450

Membership rates: (Please add $10.00 to the figures below if you would like to receive a printed copy of the newsletter.)

Student Membership: $10.00/year.

Senior Membership (over age 65) $20.00/year

Family Membership $40.00/year

Individual Membership: $25.00/year

Corporate Membership: $100.00/year.

Donations, in addition to membership dues, are greatly appreciated but are optional.

Donations of $125 and above will enroll you in NARM (North American Reciprocal Museum Association) which offers member privileges in over 1,391 museums, historical societies, botanical gardens, zoos and more throughout the US, Canada, Mexico, Puerto Rico, and the Cayman Island.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: If you’d like to get involved, we can use your volunteer skills in any of the following fields: IT; Open House Host; Research.  You can also help by volunteering to serve on any of our committees: Collections Management; Finance; Grants; House & Grounds; Marketing & Public Relations; Membership; Nominating; Programs and Fund-raising

Membership Application

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