Your story is Washington’s story. Connect your history and celebrate your part in our state by becoming a member of the Washington State Historical Society today!
Join others who, like you, are passionate about our state's dynamic people and places. Enjoy unlimited free admission to the History Museum, get our award-winning quarterly journal COLUMBIA delivered to your mailbox, join us for exclusive member events, and more! Our admission rates have increased but membership rates have stayed the same, offering you an even greater value.
Basic Membership Levels Include:
- Unlimited FREE admission to the Washington State History Museum in Tacoma
- Subscription to our popular and award-winning quarterly COLUMBIA Magazine and EXPLORE IT! newsletter
- Exclusive invitations to exhibit previews and members-only receptions
- Free admission at the Northwest Museum of Art & Culture in Spokane and the Tamástslikt Cultural Institute in Pendleton, Oregon
- Discounts at downtown Tacoma retailers. See available discounts.
- Benefits at more than 200 institutions across the country through the Time Traverlers program. Visit www.timetravelers.mohistory.org for more information.
Membership Levels
Individual…………$50
- Senior…………… $45
- Student/Teacher $45
This level includes all basic benefits listed above for one adult.
Dual………………$60
This level includes all basic benefits listed above for two adults.
Family ………… $75
- All benefits above for 2 adults plus:
- Unlimited free admission for all family members under 18 years of age.
- 2 one time use guest passes
Sustaining Level…………$150
All basic benefits, plus
- Unlimited admission for 4 adults and all family members under age 18.
- 4 single use guest passes
- 2 Member for a day passes to give to friends or family
- Recognition in COLUMBIA magazine
- Gift for upgrading to this level (renewals only)
Benefactor Level ……..……………… $250
All benefits listed in previous levels, plus:
- A gift membership at the Family level to give to a family member or a friend!
Heritage Circle Memberships
Patron Level…………………………………$500
Includes all of the benefits listed above, plus:
- Two(2) single-use parking passes to the History Museum
- 25% off facility rentals at the History Museum
Curator’s Club……………………………..$1000
Includes all of the benefits listed above, plus:
- Exclusive Curator led tours of our exhibits
- Behind the scenes access to our vast collections
Director’s Club……………………………...$2500
Includes all of the benefits listed above, plus:
- An annual collectible gift
- A private lunch with Director Jennifer Kilmer (by appointment)
Chairman’s Club………………………………$5000
Includes all of the benefits listed above, plus:
- A framed print, highlighting an image from our archives
- A complimentary catered, after-hours reception at the History Museum for up to 50 people
Other Membership Options
Non Profit………………………………………….$150 
Free, unlimited admission for up to 15 guests to the History Museum in Tacoma (Does not include any other benefits.)
Subscriber…………………………………………..$35 
One-year Subscription to COLUMBIA magazine (Does not include any other benefits).
Questions about membership? Contact Julia White, Membership and Annual Fund Coordinator, at 253-798-5894 or julia.white@wshs.wa.gov. Or call toll-free 1-800-BE-THERE ext. 5894.