Howard County
HISTORICAL SOCIETY
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Membership - New or Renewal

The Howard County Historical Society...

is a diverse group of people - of all ages - who share an interest in history and care about preserving our heritage.

We are the custodians of Howard County history and are responsible for maintaining the historic Seiberling Mansion. the adjacent Elliott House, and a collection of over 60,000 artifacts representing the county's rich history.

Recognizing and preserving our cultural heritage through the activities of the Howard County Historical Society is an enjoyable way to maintain contact with tradition. You can help us preserve our past for the future by becoming a member of this growing organization. Membership benefits vary, but include:
  • Free admission to the museum
  • Historical society's quarterly publication, Footprints
  • discounts on museum merchandise
  • Invitations to special events and educational programs
  • Invitation to the annual meeting
  • Membership recognition in society publication
  • And, for some levels, discounts on facility rentals
Become a member today! (see below). Membership brochures are also available in the museum and historical society offices.

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Chief Kokomo Individual Membership

$30.00
Named for the legendary Miami chief, this individual membership includes: subscription to the quarterly publication, Footprints, free museum admission for one person, with two complimentary single-visit guest passes and discounted special events.



Foster Family Household

$50.00
Named for Howard County pioneers, David and Elizabeth Foster, who donated land for the county seat and built the first courthouse. The Foster Family Membership includes: subscription to the quarterly publication, Footprints, free admission for the household, two complimentary single-visit guest passes, and discounted special events.



Seiberling 100 Club

$100.00
Named for the Seiberling Mansion, built in 1889 in a unique Neo-Jacobean (Queen Anne) Romanesque Revival style and home of the historical society. Your membership, which plays an important role in the preservation of this architectural masterpiece, includes: a subscription to the quarterly publication, Footprints, free admission for the household, four complimentary single-visit guest passes, and discounted special events.



Rev. Henry Perry Benefactor

$250.00
Named in memory of the Reverend Henry Perry, community leader and founder of the Carver Community Center in 1948, this membership includes: a subscription to the quarterly publication, Footprints, free admission for the household, four complimentary single-visit guest passes, a VIP behind the scenes tour and discounted special events.



Haynes/Apperson Leadership Level

$500.00
Honoring pioneers of the automobile industry Elwood Haynes and the Apperson Brothers, Elmer and Edgar, who together developed America’s first commercially successful automobile. Leadership members set an example for others through their commitment to the community. In addition to the quarterly publication, Footprints, they receive free admission for the household, four complimentary single-visit guest passes, a VIP behind the scenes tour, one hour of free historic research with our curatorial staff, 50% off a facility rental and discounted special events.



Kingston Founders Circle

$1,000.00
Named for Inventor and entrepreneur George Kingston, who developed the Kingston carburetor, a key component of the Ford Model T. He purchased the Seiberling Mansion in 1914 and lived there until 1931. Founders’ Circle members make a unique and significant contribution to the HCHS goal of preserving and sharing Howard County’s heritage. In addition to the quarterly publication, Footprints, members receive free admission for their household, eight complimentary single-visit guest passes, a VIP behind the scenes tour, one hour free historic research with our curatorial staff, 50% off a facility rental and discounted special events. 



Margaret Hillis Heritage Circle

$5,000.00
Named in honor of the trailblazing Grammy award-winning conductor, the Margaret Hillis Heritage Circle membership includes many amenities for those choosing to support HCHS at this level. In addition to the quarterly publication, Footprints, members receive free admission for their household, ten complimentary single-visit guest passes, a VIP behind the scenes tour, two hours of free historic research with our curatorial staff, a free facility rental, a Cheif Kokomo Individual Membership to give as a gift and discounted special events. 



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