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Preserve the Past. Inspire the Future.
Since 1972, the History Center of Lake Forest-Lake Bluff has celebrated community history through dynamic exhibits, over 50 engaging programs and tours per year, and archival collections dating back to the founding of Lake Forest. We help educate the next generation by collaborating with local schools and offering college students opportunities to conduct real-world research and gain hands-on experiences.
Benefits of Every Member Include:
- Our weekly e-newsletter
- Members-only newsletters and special announcements
- Discounts on ticketed experiences
- Exhibition preview nights
- Recognition in our annual report as a valued donor to the museum
- Orientation to the museum and the archives to introduce you to all the ways you can benefit from a museum membership
- Your Membership is tax deductible too!
Individual $50 & Household $75 Memberships
“I want to know everything there is about the history of my community.”
Members enjoy special perks, invitations to exclusive events, and the chance to connect with others who care about preserving local stories. Your membership makes our work possible and ensures future generations can find their place in history. Join our community today—where history connects us all.
Silver Membership $125 (our most popular level!)
“There are so many different programs to choose from.”
Membership includes all the items listed above and below.
- Reciprocal access to more than 500 American museums through ROAM (Reciprocal Organization of Associated Museums)
- Invitation-only access to travel experiences through the Museum Travel Alliance
- Complimentary group tour of the museum (for up to 12 people), led by the deputy director or executive director.
Gold Membership $250
“Sitting down with the Executive Director gives me the opportunity to get an inside look at the organization and provide input.”
As well as all the items listed on the left, this membership provides:
- Invitation to one of the annual group lunches with the Executive Director
- Your private group walking tour for 10 people, choosing from six options
- Private curatorial tour of one of our special exhibits
Platinum Membership $500
“The ability to book on-demand tours for me and my out-of-town guests is a real perk.”
As well as all the items listed to the left and above, this membership provides:
- Invitation to one of the annual group lunches with the Executive Director
- Your private group walking tour for 25 people, choosing from six options
- Private curatorial tour of the permanent exhibit hall, special exhibit, and the archives
- Use of the Education Hall for a party or lecture!*
Titanium Membership $1,000
“As a world traveler, the Travel Alliance benefit opens unique doors for exclusive cultural experiences!”
As well as all the items listed to the left and above, this membership provides:
- Your private group walking tour for 25 people, choosing from six options
- Private curatorial tour of the permanent exhibit hall, special exhibit, and the archives
- Use of the Education Hall for a party or lecture!*
- Complimentary Silver Level membership to gift to others
* The History Center does not rent out museum space for outside groups or events, so this offer is priceless.
Corporate memberships are available upon request. Please reach out to Lisa Frey at lfrey@lflbhistory.org
Book a Private Event
Choose from a variety of events available to our members.
- Book a group tour of the museum or gardens (Silver Members & Above)
- Book a group walking tour (Gold Members & Above)
- Book a private curatorial tour of the archives (Platinum Members & Above)
- Book our space for a party or event (Platinum Members & Above)
To book one of these private events, please contact Nora at Programs@lflbhistory.org.
For all but the group tour of the museum or garden, we require 60 days’ advance notice.