Become a Member of the ISHS Family

When you join the Idaho State Historical Society, you become a part of our membership family that shares a common goal: to connect people with Idaho’s past in order to better understand the present and enrich our future. You will also enjoy a wide variety of benefits including complimentary admission to our sites, our Mountain Light newsletter, invitations to special events, and much more.

Although state funding provides many of the facilities and staff needed to accomplish the work of the Idaho State Historical Society, our education programs, exhibits, collections, and outreach are made possible with membership support.

Membership Benefits

Complimentary admission to the State Museum, the Old Idaho Penitentiary, and historic sites statewide.

10% discount at all of our stores.

The Mountain Light newsletter full of informative articles and upcoming events.

Early registration to major events like Frightened Felons.

Membership funds are used to fund critical ISHS programs, helping to preserve and promote Idaho history.

Time Travelers, a network of hundreds of historical museums and sites across the country.

$50 Individual

Benefits for one named member.

$75 Dual

Benefits for two named members.

$100 Family

Benefits for two named members and up to five junior member passes (junior passes are for ages 17 & under).

$250 Sustainer

All benefits of the Family/Grandparent membership plus:

Supporting important ISHS programs to promote and preserve Idaho history.
2 guest passes
5 student passes supporting students across Idaho, these passes allow access for students to visit ISHS Historical Sites

$500 Advocate

All benefits of the Family/Grandparent membership plus:

Supporting important ISHS programs to promote and preserve Idaho history.
4 guest passes
20 student passes supporting students across Idaho, these passes allow access for students to visit ISHS Historical Sites
Behind the scenes tour of one of the Agency sites

$1,000 Director's Circle

All benefits of the Family/Grandparent membership plus:

Supporting important ISHS programs to promote and preserve Idaho history.
6 guest passes and 50 student passes supporting students across Idaho, these passes allow access for students to visit ISHS Historical Sites
Behind the scenes tour of one of the Agency sites led by the Executive Director
Exclusive Director’s Circle Lapel Pin and a 20% Facility Rental Discount

*Students and Seniors (60 and above) qualify for a $5 discount on any membership package

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