Join & Give
The Waukegan Historical Society thrives on community support. Whether you choose to become a member, make a donation large or small, or volunteer your time and skills, you can play a crucial role in preserving and sharing our collective history and culture for future generations.
Become a Member
Make a Donation
Give Your Time
Become a Member or Renew Your Membership
Membership is open to anyone with an interest in Waukegan history. Members of the Society receive an informative newsletter featuring articles on the history of Waukegan, along with news of events and programs. Popular events include the Tour of Homes, Cemetery Walk, Holiday Open House and programs on a wide variety of topics.
Becoming a member is easy! Join or renew online today.
Membership Levels
| Senior (age 60+) | $20 |
| Student | $20 |
| Individual | $25 |
| Family (2 adults, 4 children <18) | $40 |
| Life, Individual | $250 |
| Life, Couple | $500 |
What You Get
Every Member Enjoys
Unlimited FREE admission to the Waukegan History Museum at the Carnegie and the Haines House Museum in Bowen Park.
Early notifications of upcoming events and newsletter subscription.
Invitations to member-only events throughout the year.
Reduced ticket prices for Waukegan Historical Society events, such as the Tour of Homes and Oakwood Cemetery Walk.
Invitation to Annual Membership Meeting.
10% discount on purchases of historic images and books.
5% discount on gift shop purchases.
$25 discount on purchase of Historical Marker.
Discounted research fees.
Recognition in the newsletter.
Life Members Enjoy
FREE museum admission for two guests accompanying member. Life members are recognized on the website and at the Waukegan History Museum at the Carnegie.
Life members are recognized on the website and on a plaque at the Waukegan History Museum at the Carnegie.
Give
Your generosity supports our mission to preserve and promote the dynamic history of Waukegan, Illinois by connecting neighborhoods, cultures and generations.
The Waukegan Historical Society has adopted the Donor Bill of Rights to assure that every donor and prospective donor can have full confidence in their decision to make a gift to our organization.
Questions about your gift? Please contact Maggie Morales or Lori Nerheim.
Give Today
Make a secure online donation using credit card, digital wallet or mobile payment option.
Other Ways to Give
The Waukegan Historical Society makes giving simple. We are able to accept a variety of gifts, including:
Personal or bank check. Kindly make all checks payable to: Waukegan Historical Society.
Mail your check to:
Waukegan Historical Society
Attn: Pat Cosgrove
1 N. Sheridan Road
Waukegan, IL 60085Donor Advised Funds
Charitable IRAs (Investment Retirement Accounts)
Stock and wire transfers. Please contact Maggie Morales for gifting instructions.
Vehicle donation through partnership with Charitable Adult Rides and Services (CARS)
Legacy gifts. Making a gift through your will, retirement account, or other planned giving mechanism is a wonderful way to sustain your appreciation of Waukegan’s history through your legacy. Please contact Maggie Morales at museum@waukeganhistorical.org for planned giving information.
Thank you for your generosity and support of our mission!
Donate to the Collection
The Society collects historical items that are unique to Waukegan. Learn more about donating items.
Volunteer
The Society is a volunteer organization, always seeking new volunteers to assist with a variety of tasks. We have many different opportunities available to match your interest. No previous experience is necessary; we will gladly train you.
Positions include museum greeters and docents at both museums, archivists, librarians and researchers in the research archives, program assistants and helpers with exhibits and collections, special events and administrative support. To volunteer, please contact us at info@waukeganhistorical.org.