Save Historic Places That Tell Our Full American Story

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A National Trust for Historic Preservation National Treasure
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When you join the National Trust, you help save historic and culturally significant places nationwide.

America’s historic sites are irreplaceable—once they’re gone, they’re lost forever. With your support, we’re protecting places that tell the full American story. Your donation powers historic preservation, ensuring everyone can see themselves in our cultural landscape. You connect our past, present, and future. You connect us to each other through the history we all share.

Membership Benefits

The National Trust for Historic Preservation appreciates our members. Through our exclusive Membership Benefits Package, National Trust Members receive special opportunities to experience, learn about, and share in preservation successes across the country. In thanks for your generous membership gift, you’ll receive:

Preservation magazine. Our award-winning magazine is filled with stunning photographs and engaging articles on emerging issues in preservation and inspiring stories about how committed individuals are making a difference in their communities.

Special travel discounts designed to help you better experience historic America. Discounts include up to 30% off the best available rate (subject to availability) at participating Historic Hotels of America® when you book your reservation online at www.HistoricHotels.org with the members-only discount code.

Exclusive access to National Trust Tours.

Discounted admission to all 27 sites of the National Trust for Historic Preservation and over 200 Distinctive Destinations nationwide.

International Reciprocal Program. Through unique partnerships with some of the world's finest preservation organizations, the National Trust for Historic Preservation is proud to offer our members discounted admission to over 500 historic sites in a number of countries.

Membership Levels

Preservation Partner Membership
Become a Preservation Partner at any membership level by giving a monthly gift of $5 or more. You will receive all of the benefits of membership, plus you will be invited to webinars with National Trust leaders and preservation experts.

$30 Preservationist Membership
Your gift at this level includes a subscription to Preservation magazine, plus discounts and special rates at historic places worldwide.

$50 Storyteller Membership
Join today at this level and all the benefits of the Preservationist Membership are extended to two adults and all children under 18 in the household.

$100 Advocate Membership
Join the National Trust at this level today and receive all of the benefits of the Storyteller Membership, plus two Guest Passes to any of our 27 National Trust Historic Sites.

Preservation Council

The Preservation Council is a group of members who wish to make a deeper investment to help the National Trust save the historic sites, neighborhoods, and landmarks that tell the full American story--places that remind us of how far we've come and how far we still have to go.

$250 Preservation Council Steward
Members at this level will receive all of the benefits of an Advocate Membership, plus two free gift memberships to share with family, friends, or colleagues.

$500 Preservation Council Guardian
Members at this level will receive all of the benefits of an Advocate Membership, plus three free gift memberships to share with family, friends, or colleagues. Members at this level will also receive invitations to special webinars with National Trust leaders and preservation experts.

Leadership Giving

Leadership supporters join a passionate community of individuals dedicated to making our lives better and our communities stronger by saving the places that shape the American experience.

$1,000-$4,999 President’s Circle
As dedicated stewards of our past, President’s Circle members help protect and celebrate our nation’s treasures with annual gifts of $1,000 or more. In addition to the benefits from National Trust Membership, President’s Circle members receive invitations to special events, recognition in the National Trust annual report and at events, as well as: Insider communications with the latest news about National Trust programs and invitations to participate in webinars and educational presentations on National Trust projects

Exclusive National Trust canvas tote bag
Four Guest Passes to any of the 27 National Trust Historic Sites
Four Complimentary National Trust Gift Memberships to share with family and friends

$5,000-$9,999 Chairman’s Circle
Chairman's Circle members demonstrate significant support for the National Trust’s extensive education and advocacy programs, technical services, and historic sites nationwide through annual unrestricted contributions of $5,000 or more. In addition to the full suite of benefits provided through our President’s Circle, Chairman’s Circle members also receive:

Six Complimentary National Trust Gift Memberships to share with family and friends
Discounted admission to any of the 27 National Trust Historic Sites, as well as discounts at selected Historic Hotels of America.

$10,000 and Above National Trust Council

The National Trust Council is a dedicated community of donors who believe in the power of historic places to improve people’s lives, to create new opportunities, and to build a more perfect union. While Council members come from all walks of life, these generous leaders are united by their passion for preservation—not only to protect our past, but also to build a stronger, more resilient future. Members who give $100,000 or more are welcomed into our Cornerstone Society. In addition to the full suite of benefits provided through our Chairman’s Circle, National Trust Council members enjoy:

Invitations to travel with the National Trust where you’ll enjoy behind-the-scenes access and curated experiences at world-renowned museums, cultural sites, and private homes—all while building connections with fellow Council members. Each year, you’ll be invited to 1-2 trips to historic destinations across the United States.
Opportunities to attend special events such as behind-the-scenes tours and other invitation-only gatherings.
Access to webinars, presentations, and virtual gatherings with executives, experts, and senior leaders from the National Trust.
Insider updates from National Trust leadership on the latest programs and strategic priorities.

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By joining today, you will support:

Direct action that saves the places where America’s history happened.
Effective advocacy that uncovers and uplifts hidden stories and heroes too often overlooked.
Leadership that creates vibrant communities rooted in a sense of place and history.

“Preservation is saving places, preserving the past that identifies us, honoring those who made a difference, remembering those who make communities alive. We can’t let our history be erased. It did happen—let’s learn from it and leave it for generations beyond.”
— Donna M., member since 2012

Frequently Asked Questions:

What is the National Trust for Historic Preservation’s mission?

Old places are where our lives, memories, and stories began. They connect us to the past, anchor us to the present, and lead us into the future. These places inspire us to create a stronger nation, because they belong to all of us.

For more than 70 years, the National Trust for Historic Preservation has led the movement to save America’s historic places. A privately funded nonprofit organization, we work to save America's historic sites; tell the full American story; build stronger communities; and invest in preservation's future.

How can I learn more about the National Trust and the work it does?

Sign up here to join our email list and receive updates about the places we’re protecting. Visit our website, SavingPlaces.org, to discover historic places online and near you. You can also stay connected through Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.

How will my donation be used?

We work tirelessly to protect the irreplaceable, from advocating for historic preservation to directly saving historic places. Whether funding grants to safeguard places, engaging young people in preservation projects, reinterpreting sites to reflect more people's experiences, or supporting other efforts—your generosity enables us to save places that tell the full American story.

How do I know my donation and information will be managed respectfully?

Click here to read our Donor Bill of Rights to learn more about your rights as donors and members. In addition, please read how we share donor personal information and your right to opt-out.

Can I make a gift from my retirement plan, securities, will, or trust?

Wherever you are in the process of planning your estate, making a legacy gift to the National Trust is simple. Please click here to learn more about planned giving.

Can I make a donation to the National Trust through the mail or by phone?

Your gift can be sent to:

National Trust of Historic Preservation
ATTN: Membership
600 14th Street NW
Suite 500
Washington, DC 20005

Or, to donate by phone, call 1-800-315-6847.

How do I give a Gift Membership?

Give a National Trust gift membership to friends and family and you'll be giving them more than all the great benefits of regular membership—you’ll give the gift of historic preservation. It’s as simple as filing out a basic donation form. Please click here to get started.

How do I make a gift in memory of or tribute to someone special?

Please click here to make a gift in memory of someone special.

Please click here to make a gift in honor of someone special.

How secure is your online donation form?

All information provided to the National Trust is transmitted using SSL (Secure Socket Layer) encryption. SSL is a proven coding system that lets your browser automatically encrypt, or scramble, data before you send it to us. We also protect account information by placing it on secure portions of our websites that are only accessible by certain qualified employees of the National Trust. Unfortunately, however, no data transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot ensure or warrant the security of such information.

If you do not wish to use our online payment services, payments and donations may be made by contacting our call center at 1-800-315-NTHP (6847).

Is my donation tax-deductible?

The National Trust for Historic Preservation is a private 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. A portion ($20.00) of your membership contribution is designated for Preservation magazine. We will provide a statement of the tax-deductible portion of your membership in your acknowledgment letter.