How to Support
There are many options to support the Oberlin Heritage Center and help us properly preserve our historic buildings, grounds, and collections, sponsor engaging and relevant educational programs for all ages, and be a comprehensive resource for scholars and community members wishing to connect with history. Any membership or donation may be made in honor of or in memory of a loved one and we will be happy to notify the person you designate or their family of your gift.
Annual Fund/General Donation
Support our ongoing operating expenses which help us to preserve our buildings and collections, pay our staff, and support our mission.
Membership
Members are the backbone of OHC. They receive benefits that extend for twelve months from the date of receipt.
Benefits
- Free tours and history walks
- Reduced admission fees for events for which there is a fee
- Notices of events and programs presented by the Oberlin Heritage Center
- 10% discount in the Oberlin Heritage Center Museum store
- Discounts at more than 300 other historical institutions affiliated with the nationwide Time Travelers program.
- The knowledge that you are one of 450+ members from near and far who support and promote Oberlin history education, historic preservation, and community improvement!
Pat Murphy Endowment for Heritage Preservation
Support of donations to this endowment address ongoing maintenance, preservation, and conservation needs of the buildings, grounds, and collections. Protect them against the ravages of time and help avoid future deferred maintenance challenges.
Contributors who donate $2,000 or more are recognized as Endowed Life Members (ELMs).
Endowed Life Membership (ELMs)
Contributors (individuals or couples) whose contributions to the endowment total $2,000 or more are recognized as Endowed Life Members (ELMs). This commitment may be payable over five years. In appreciation, the Oberlin Heritage Center extends to these contributors life membership in the organization. ELMs no longer pay yearly membership dues, and continue to receive all of the benefits of annual membership. The names of Endowed Life Members are permanently displayed at the Oberlin Heritage Center and published in our Annual Report each year, unless the donor wishes to remain anonymous. Please contact our office at 440-774-1700 if more information is needed.
Donor Advised Funds (DAFs)
The Oberlin Heritage Center is a qualified charity which you can grant funds from your Donor Advised Funds (DAFs). Our legal name is Oberlin Historical and Improvement Organization (dba Oberlin Heritage Center) and our Tax ID is 34-6533053. Please contact our office at 440-774-1700 if more information is needed.
Oberlin Heritage Brick Trail
Let your imagination and creativity make the Oberlin Heritage Brick Trail live on for future generations to enjoy! The Oberlin Heritage Brick Trail is located on the grounds of OHC and is paved with century-old bricks which are waiting to become even more historic when engraved with your name, the name(s) of loved ones, or a personal message.