Donations & Membership

Make a Gift

Make a tax-deductible gift to Wade House via the umbrella organization, the Wisconsin Historical Society. The links below will direct you to the main Wisconsin Historical Society Web site.

If you would like to make a gift but need some assistance, please contact the Director of Annual Giving by phone at 608-261-9363 or via email.


Membership in the Wisconsin Historical Society

Join the growing numbers of individuals who enjoy numerous benefits and discounts while exploring Wisconsin's rich history. You will also support the Society's mission to help people connect to the past through a variety of programs and services. Immerse yourself in the stories of historic Wisconsin by taking full advantage of all that is included with your membership package:

  • Half-price admission to Wade House and other historic sites
  • Free admission to the Wisconsin Historical Museum
  • 10-percent discount at the Wade House gift store and other historic sites gift shops
  • 10-percent discount at the Wisconsin Historical Museum gift store and all online purchases through the Wisconsin Historical Society
  • Subscription to the quarterly Wisconsin Magazine of History
  • Subscription to Columns, the Society's bimonthly newsletter
  • Genealogy research discounts
  • 15-percent discount on AAA membership
  • Participation in Time Travelers (nationwide discounts to historic institutions)

For more information, visit the Wiscosnin Historical Society's membership page. If you would like to become a member but need some assistance, please contact the membership office toll free at 1-888-748-7479.

Membership Types:

Individual
($40 annually)

Senior Citizen Individual
($30 annually - senior citizen age is 65 years old)

Family
($50 annually - two adults and their children under age 18)

Senior Citizen Family
($40 annually - two senior citizens and up to four of their grandchildren under age 18)

Institutional
($65 annually - publications only)

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