Membership has "Revolutionary" advantages!
Why Membership Matters
At the History Center, we’re dedicated to bringing York County’s rich history to life. Together, we uncover hidden stories, explore local treasures, and deepen our understanding of the people and events that shaped our community. This work inspires curiosity, strengthens our sense of place, and builds a shared identity rooted in the past.
When you become a member, you join a vibrant community of curious minds.
Membership includes:
- Free or discounted access to exhibits
- Unlimited use of our nationally renowned library and archives (trace your family tree!)
- Special event and program invitations and discounts
- Hands-on learning opportunities for all ages
Whether you visit in person or connect online, membership offers year-round access to York County’s remarkable history.
Your support also makes this work possible: caring for collections, maintaining historic buildings, and providing specialized resources that bring history to life every day.
Be Part of the Story
Start or renew your membership today.
Student Membership
Explore. Discover. Make an Impact.
Something new is here for student history makers!
For $25 a year, a Student Membership is a chance for students to explore York County’s history, discover new interests, become involved in their community, and make history part of their everyday adventures.
Student Members enjoy:
- Free admission to York County History Center museums and historic sites
- Bring an adult free with every visit for members under 16 (required)
- Discounted tickets to programs and special events
- Early access to select programs and events
- Volunteer opportunities for service hours and hands-on experiences
- Member updates about upcoming programs, events, and opportunities
From exploring exhibits with your family to volunteering at community events, there’s always something new to discover. Student Membership is a chance to learn, connect, and be part of York County’s story, inside and outside the classroom.
Join for $25 and start exploring!
History is better when you can experience it yourself.
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 (not applicable to group tours)
- 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. View the list of participating museums here.
- 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 (not applicable to group tours)
- 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) private, guided tour for up to 4 people at any museum or site
Liberty 250 Circle $250.00
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All the benefits of the next membership level, including: a discount on one YCHC rental, additional guest passes, and a private tour of a YCHC site.
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An invitation to a VIP reception Wednesday, July 1, for the Revolutionary York exhibit, which opens to the general public July 3
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An exclusive commemorative 250th anniversary pin
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) private, guided tour for up to 6 people at 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) private, guided tour for up to 6 people at 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) private, guided tour for up to 6 people at any museum or site