Membership
Join the Bureau County History Center
BCHC members are the primary support of our museum and research archive. Your membership donation is tax deductible to the fullest extent of the law and support the future programs for our countywide community. Membership is open to everyone.
Membership Benefits Include:
- The Chronicle, a free quarterly newsletter
- Free admission to the museums
- Advance notice of special programs
- Invitations to upcoming Member only events
Print and Mail-In
You can download and print the membership form or you can call us at 815-875-2184 and join today!
Pay Online
Pay for your membership online. Enter the correct dollar amount for your membership.
The Bureau County History Center is defined as a non-profit organization under section 501 © (3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Contributions are tax-deductible to the extent provided by law.
Our Mission
The primary mission of the Bureau County Historical Society and History Center in operating its museums is to educate the public on the history of Bureau County and the surrounding area through the collection, preservation, interpretation and exhibit of artifacts and related materials.