Giving

Restoring the Hoffbauer Murals The Memorial Military Murals, by Charles Hoffbauer (1875–1957), are an American treasure.  Important cleaning and conservation work has started, thanks to a Save America's Treasures grant awarded by a partnership between the National Endowment for the Arts and the National Park Service, Department of the Interior. The grant comes with a challenge to match it with private support—with your support. Donate online today

Help us get kids excited about history! Many historians cite an early educational experience as the reason for their interest in history. The Youth Education Fund is dedicated to making those experiences possible for all children. Your contribution to the Youth Education Fund will ensure that the bus is full, and no child is left behind. Donate online today

Giving to the Virginia Historical Society can increase your income! Are you interested in ways you can strengthen the VHS while advancing personal goals at the same time? Try our online gift calculator. Now you can do the math! Learn how you can give and receive an income in return; avoid estate and income taxes; and make a gift that lasts forever. Learn more

Annual Fund Unrestricted contributions to the annual fund support all operations, including educational programs, research, conservation, publications, exhibitions, and professional and web-based services. Make a contribution online of $250 or more, and we will send you a copy of The Story of Virginia. Learn more

Corporate and Foundation Partnerships Make history your business.  Your organization can reach target audiences and provide community enrichment while also fulfilling your philanthropic and marketing goals.  We will work with your organization to create a rewarding and successful museum experience for your clients, customers, employees, and thousands of VHS visitors each year. Learn more

Tribute Gifts Tribute gifts are a meaningful way to support the VHS while you make a contribution in honor or in memory of loved ones. Celebrate a birthday, an anniversary, or another special occasion. Learn more

Greatest History Teacher Salute Pay tribute to your favorite teacher in the Virginia Historical Society's Greatest History Teacher Salute. This program honors teachers for their contributions to education and the influence they have on their students. Your Greatest History Teacher will receive a one-year membership. Learn more

The Councils Contributions from our Council members enable the VHS to advance its mission. This support is increasingly important in sustaining all programs and services for the public. Learn more

Purchase a Seat of Honor Make a memorable contribution by designating a Seat of Honor in the Robins Family Forum. [PDF] Download our brochure [Get Adobe Acrobat Reader 5]

Tax Information
Did you know your VHS membership may be tax deductible? More information

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Donations
The VHS began collecting in 1831. The great majority of the collection has been received as gifts from generous donors. More information