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Giving to The National Civil War Museum
The National Civil War Museum is a 501(c)(3) private non-profit educational institution that relies on the generous support of individuals, grants, foundations, and corporations. The Museum does not currently receive any line item funding directly from the county, city, state, or federal government.
Making your gift to The National Civil War Museum is a great way you can support our educational, research, and curatorial missions. There are a variety of ways you can help.
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The National Civil War Museum is a 501(c)(3) private non-profit educational institution that relies on the generous support of individuals, grants, foundations, and corporations.
Making your gift to The National Civil War Museum is a great way you can support our educational, research, and curatorial missions. There are a variety of ways you can help.
Flag Fund
For 20 years, the Stars and Stripes have flown in Reservoir Park in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, the home of The National Civil War Museum. The 20 by 38-foot flags are visually prominent from anywhere in the city. Our flag flies not only to mark the significance of the American Civil War, but also to honor those who gave their lives in this pivotal time in our history.
Depending upon weather conditions, these nearly $1,400 flags are replaced six times per year. When possible flags are repaired, however the cost to maintain and replace the flags exceeds $7,000 annually. Help us to keep our flags flying!
Exclusive Support
The Lincoln Circle
How much does it cost to operate a 65,000-square-foot world-class museum? Provide operating support to a staff with over 175 combined years of experience? Keep the monthly speaker series free of charge? Preserve over 35,000 artifacts, archival documents, uniforms, and photographs? We estimate about $3,500 per day. With a monthly recurring gift of $25 or more, you’ll receive a complimentary membership.
- allows us to maintain optimum temperatures and humidity levels for people and artifacts – $60 per day
- keeps our telephones and computers working – $60 per day
- will keep our speaker series FREE, and provide school and group programs and living history – $125 per day
- keeps our building neat and clean and provides fresh water and facilities for daily use – $100 per day
- will allow us to Curate artifacts and purchased the materials needed for preservation – $147 per day
- will keep the lights on and the exhibits working – $200 per day
Membership
Become a member today and receive many exciting benefits, such as free admission for a year, access to our member-only Behind the Scenes Museum tours, subscription to our quarterly e-newsletter, and much more! Visit our membership page for more details.
Memorial Brick Program
As part of our commitment to honoring those who fought and sacrificed during the Civil War, we offer a memorial brick program. This program provides an opportunity for individuals and families to contribute to the museum’s mission while also creating a lasting tribute to their loved ones who served during this pivotal period in American history. By purchasing a memorial brick, you can ensure that the legacy of those who fought in the Civil War lives on, while also supporting our efforts to educate and inspire visitors of all ages.
Become a Partner
As an individual or business you can support many of the programs that fulfill our mission of education and preservation. For as little as $500 you can become a Museum Partner. Visit the Partner page to view a complete list of program opportunities and current supporters.
The official registration and financial information of The National Civil War Museum may be obtained from the Pennsylvania Department of State by calling toll free within Pennsylvania, 1-800-732-0999. Registration does not imply endorsement.