Membership
Become a member. Help preserve Des Moines history.
Members help the Des Moines Historical Society preserve historic photographs, records, artifacts, and personal stories while sharing local history with future generations.
Membership is open to everyone. You do not need to live in Des Moines to join.
What membership makes possible
Preserve collections
Help protect historic photographs, newspapers, artifacts, documents, and oral histories.
Share local history
Support exhibits, historical research, community programs, and educational materials.
Keep history accessible
Help maintain a museum where residents, visitors, students, and researchers can explore our shared past.
Join or renew your annual membership
You do not need to have lived in Des Moines to join. Members help sustain the Society's work and become part of the community that protects and shares local history.
Join or renew online
Select your annual membership level, provide your contact information, and complete payment in the secure Zeffy form embedded below. Your payment information is handled by Zeffy, not by dmhs.org.
If the embedded form does not appear or you prefer a separate window, open the DMHS membership form directly on Zeffy.
Zeffy does not charge the Society payment-processing or platform fees. At checkout, Zeffy may suggest an optional contribution to support its service; you may adjust that contribution, including to $0. A contribution to Zeffy is separate from an additional donation to DMHS. This form is provided by a third party; see our Privacy & Cookies page.
| Membership category | Annual dues |
|---|---|
| Individual | $25 |
| Family | $50 |
| Sustaining | $150 |
| Benefactor | $250 |
| Patron | $500 |
| Business | $250 |
Members receive event updates, invitations to member programs, and opportunities to engage with Des Moines history, as described on the Society's Zeffy page.
Zeffy labels each online membership as renewing yearly on January 2. Review the renewal and payment terms presented by Zeffy before completing checkout. The DMHS website does not collect or store your payment details.
Prefer to mail a check? Complete the printable membership form below and mail it with your payment. For membership questions, contact the Society.
To make a contribution without purchasing a membership, visit our Donations page.
Printable membership form
Complete the form, print it, and mail it with your membership check. The dues amount updates when you choose a membership category. You can also print the blank form and complete it by hand.
Des Moines Historical Society — Membership Form
Membership Form
Questions? Visit or contact us
Mail checks and forms
Des Moines Historical SocietyPO Box 98055
Des Moines, WA 98198-0055
Visit the museum
730 S 225th Street, 2nd FloorDes Moines, WA 98198
Wednesday, Friday & Saturday
Noon–4:00 p.m. (subject to special closures)
Email: info@dmhs.org | Telephone: 206-824-5226
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