Become a Member of the History Center
At the History Center, we’re on a mission to bring York County’s rich history to life. Together, we explore hidden stories and discover local treasures that deepen our sense of place, inspire lifelong curiosity, and build a collective identity rooted in our shared past.
Becoming a member means joining a vibrant community of curious minds. Visit our exhibits, explore our library and archives, participate in engaging events, and experience hands-on learning for all ages. Whether you’re a local or connecting with us online, membership gives you year-round access to York County’s remarkable history. And your membership directly supports all of this work: the staff who care for the artifacts, the supplies and resources required, the buildings we maintain.
Come, be a part of our story!
Membership
Take pride in supporting the Museum’s mission to understand the past to illuminate the future, through inclusive, authentic storytelling, and preservation.
Already a Museum Member? Check out our events page to take advantage of your benefits!
General Membership
- Unlimited free admission to our museums and historic sites
- Discounted admission for guests to all museums and historic sites
- Free admission to our nationally-recognized research library and archives
- Free copy of Journal of York County Heritage — our scholarly publication issued annually
- One-year subscription to CenterPiece — our members-only newsletter
- Participation in Time Travelers, a reciprocal benefits program with other museums across the country
- Invitations to and discounts on special events, programs, lectures and workshops
- 10% discount in Museum Shops year-round (20% discount in Museum Shops on the second Saturday of each month)
- Members-only Holiday Open House with 20% Discount in Museum Shop
- New member orientation
- Two (2) complimentary one-day guest passes to our museums and historic sites
- Email updates and notifications
Senior Individual $45.00
Basic Membership Benefits for one adult age 65 and older
Individual $55.00
Basic Membership Benefits for one adult age 18-64
Senior Plus $60.00
Basic Membership Benefits for two adults in the same household with one person age 65 and older, and up to four grandchildren under 18
Family/Dual $70.00
Basic Membership Benefits for two adults and children under 18 in the same household, and up to four grandchildren under 18
Circle Membership
- Basic Membership Benefits at the Family/Dual level
- Invitation to Circle members reception
Pioneer Circle $100.00
- Four (4) complimentary, one-day guest passes to all museums and historic sites
- One (1) focus tour for up to 4 persons of any museum or site
Bonham Circle $250.00
- Six (6) complimentary, one-day guest passes to all museums and historic sites
- One (1) focus tour for up to 6 persons of any museum or site
Confederation Circle $500.00
- 10% discount on one rental of History Center facilities
- Ten (10) complimentary, one-day guest passes to all museums and historic sites
- One (1) focus tour for up to 6 persons of any museum or site
Golden Plough Circle $1,000.00
- 25% discount on one rental of History Center facilities
- Ten (10) complimentary, one-day guest passes to all museums and historic sites
- One (1) focus tour for up to 6 persons of any museum or site
Lafayette Circle $2,500.00 and up
- 50% discount on one rental of History Center facilities
- Ten (10) complimentary, one-day guest passes to all museums and historic sites
- One (1) focus tour for up to 6 persons of any museum or site