Become a Member
Support local history through membership
A DuPage County Historical Museum membership helps provide financial support to collect, preserve, and exhibit DuPage County History.
By becoming a member today, you will help:
- Keep admission free for 9,000+ visitors
- Provide free and low-cost experience-based learning opportunities and programs
- Preserve more than 40,000 artifacts
- Keep DuPage County history relevant for future generations
A DuPage County Historical Museum membership comes with exclusive member benefits and is valid for one year from the date of purchase.
Basic Membership
- Membership for one individual
- 10% discounted admission to select Museum fundraising events1
- 10% discount in Museum gift shop
- One hour of research services3
- Time Travelers Membership4
Platinum Membership
- Membership for two people and children in the same household or business
- 20% discounted admission to select Museum fundraising events1
- 10% discount in Museum gift shop
- Four hours of research services2
- 20% off Museum rentals3
- Time Travelers Membership4
Explorers Club Membership
Perfect for exclusive access to kid-friendly events. Fee based on number of children.*
- Membership for selected number of children (ages 1-10) and two adults
- 50% discount to Night at the Museum children’s party registration
- Santa Express Pre-Sale Access5
- Extended Train Saturday hours (select dates)
- Membership gift per child
- Time Travelers Membership4
*Explorers (2 Children) $45 | Explorers (3 Children) $60
1Includes Casino Night & HOPtober Fest. Excludes Mad Fore Plaid.
2Basic and Platinum Members can receive a discount on additional research services.
3Maximum of three rentals per year; subject to availability.
4Time Travelers is a reciprocal membership network of more than 300 historical organizations across the country. Visit timetravelers.mohistory.org for a list of participating organizations and benefits.
5Santa Express pre-sale access is available on a first-come, first-serve basis and is limited to the number of individuals on your membership. Limited quantities are reserved for pre-sale access.
10% Off Membership for Active-Duty Military and Veterans
In appreciation for your service to our county, active-duty military personnel and veterans are eligible for a 10% discount on Museum memberships. Membership must be purchased in-person at the Museum front desk. A valid military ID or discharge paperwork must be presented at time of purchase. Discount cannot be combined with any other offers or promotions.
