In order to fulfill the mission of preserving history for the public, we both need monetary and material donations. Do you have family photos to share? Do you have pictures of parades, events, clubs, and people with their businesses or homes? Do you know the stories of the people in those photos? Did someone in your family write a family history of a local family? Do you have items that advertise area businesses, were used by a business, or have some other significance to the people of East Troy & our community history? Maybe you don’t have items to share but would like to know another way that you could participate in preserving our community’s roots.
Monetary Donations
We sincerely appreciate donations of any amount. We are an accredited 501(c)(3) charity organization and all donations are tax deductible. Use the Donate button below to get started!
Museum Donor Categories*
| John Fox (“Bowie Knife”) Potter Partner | $10,000 + |
| Eugene Wilder Chafin Patron | $5,000 – $9,999 |
| Samuel Burgit Associate | $1,000 – $4,999 |
| Major Mecham Society | $500 – $999 |
| President’s Circle | $250 – $499 |
| Founders’ Club | $100 – $249 |
| Contributor’s Square | up to $100 |
Room Dedications*
| East Troy Room (Display) | $25,000 |
| Library | $25,000 Dedicated Not Available |
| Map Room (Display) | $25,000 |
| Wisconsin Room (Media) | $25,000 |
* All donors will have their names entered in the East Troy Area Historical Society Honor Roll. Donors $100 or more will be included on the East Troy Area Historical Society Donor Tree at the museum.
Material Donations
We accept donations of historic items based on our “Acquisitions Policy“. Please read through it and use the “Find Us” link to make the donation or write:
ETAHS
PO Box 722
East Troy, WI 53120
You may also like to get involved by donating items frequently needed or giving your time. Please see the “Get Involved” page for more ideas.
For a special memorial or dedication, join our donor tree or sponsor a room. More information available on the “Capital Campaign” section.