The Park Ridge Historical Society is a private, not-for-profit organization, new and continuing members are an integral part of the success of our mission.
We invite you to become an active supporter of the society by joining, or renewing your membership.
You can download a “Current Membership Application“ and mail it to us or through our secure payment process.
Membership Includes:
Annual membership January – December
- Free admission to the History Center
- Discounted admission to lectures and events
- Priority registration for events
- Subscription to our online newsletter
Levels & Pricing:
$ | 35 | Individual membership |
$ | 25 | Senior membership (60+) |
$ | 50 | Family membership |
$ | 100 | Friend |
$ | 250 | Pennyville |
$ | 500 | Brickton |
$ | 1,000 | Buchheit |
$ | 300 | Business |
Special Membership Perks
- New Pennyville and Brickton members will receive a copy of the History of Park Ridge by Milt Nelson
- New Business Partners will receive a copy of the History of Park Ridge by Milt Nelson, plus two free tickets to all events and inclusion of your business name on the Park Ridge Historical society website and in displays at the Park Ridge History Center
Help Support the Park Ridge Historical Society and its Mission!
Please choose from the opportunities below to help support the Historical Society.

Planned Giving
Please consider including the Park Ridge Historical Society in your planned giving. There are many ways you can provide a gift that will help the Historical Society continue its mission.
IRAs
Retirement plan gifts offer tax benefits for both annual giving and bequests. If you are 70 1/2 or older, you can avoid taxes on transfers of up to $100,000 through an IRA Charitable Rollover. Please speak with your financial planner for more information.
Wills & Estate Plans
You can bequeath a specific amount, or a percentage of the remainder of your estate, simply ask your estate attorney to add the Park Ridge Historical Society as a beneficiary.