Become a Member Today
Chippewa Valley Museum is a place to be curious, seek connection, and be inspired. Let's make some history!
What Does Becoming A Member Do For The Museum?
All membership levels help us preserve and share local history.
- Removes financial barriers to learning and cultural opportunities.
- Provides annual educational programs for more than 5,000 local children and senior citizens.
- Increases access to Library and Archives and Object Collections
- Supports FREE admission the second Tuesday of every month for Eau Claire City/County residents
- Offers public events such as Outdoor Music Concerts, Folk Arts Festival, and walking tours
- Helps fund preservation supplies for Collections & Archive
What Does Becoming A Member Do For Me?
All membership levels are tax-deductible and include semi-weekly newsletters with history highlights, access to exhibit openings, special events, and exclusive member-only discounts. See the benefit list below to find what works best for you.
 | Individual [$40 annually]: Covers One Named Adult
Free Daily Admission • 10% Off at Museum Store • Discounst on Events and Classes • Currents Newsletter • Regular Event Updates • Access to Research Library Annual membership = $3.33 a month. That's one coffee! Buy Now |
 | Family [$75 annually]: Covers Family Living at the Same Residence Free Daily Admission • 10% Off at Museum Store • Discount on Events and Classes • Currents Newsletter • Regular Event Updates • Access to Research Library • grandchildren 21 and under are included If member adults are grandparents. Annual membership = $6.25 a month Buy Now |
Special Multi-Organizational Membership |
 | Triple Play [$219 annually]: Offers families the ability to support and belong to Chippewa Valley Museum, Beaver Creek Reserve, and the Children's Museum of Eau Claire. A single purchase provides household membership to all three organizations. Annual Membership = $18.25/month to THREE organizations Benefits Include: • Free Admission for two adults and children in the Household
• Discounts on Workshops, Programs, and Special Events
• Gift Shop Discounts at Chippewa Valley Museum and Beaver Creek Reserve
• Member Only Programs Plus: • 1 free single use guest day pass and 1 free single use equipment rental at Beaver Creek Reserve
• Free Use of Library and Archive for Your Research Needs at Chippewa Valley Museum Buy Now |
CVM Memberships that Go Even Further |
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| Friend [$125 annually]: Basic Family Membership + 1 Free Guest per Visit + Named Caretaker/Nanny + NARM Benefits Free Admission for entire household (all adults & children at a single residence plus grandchildren)• Free admission for your children with named caretaker/nanny • 10% Off at Museum Store • Discount on Events and Classes • Currents Newsletter • Regular Event Updates • Access to Research Library Annual membership = $10.40 a month
Plus:
Membership in NARM (North American Reciprocal Membership) Association which provides member benefits, including free admission, to more than 1,000 of art, science, children's, and history museums across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico.
To use NARM benefits you must present your CVM membership card with the NARM sticker or logo to each NARM location. Please check hours of operation and any restrictions before visiting each site. See Participating NARM Organizations
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 | History Maker [$275+ annually]: Friend Membership Benefits + All Guests Free Admission + One Free Facility Rental Make a philanthropic impact by including a donation with your membership. Your donation provides CVM with the stability and support necessary to grow and thrive and helps to make the museum accessible to all. Select from the drop-down menu to include your donation. Free Daily Admission for all guests in your party • Free admission for your children with named caretaker/nanny • 10% Off at Museum Store • Discount on Events and Classes • Currents Newsletter • Regular Event Updates • Access to Research Library Annual membership = $22.91 a month
Plus:
• One Free Facility Rental
• Invitations to Private Events Behind the Scenes
• Membership in NARM (North American Reciprocal Membership) Association which provides member benefits, including free daily admission, to more than 1,000 of art, science, children's, and history museums across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico.
To use NARM benefits you must present your CVM membership card card with the NARM sticker or logo to each NARM location. Please check hours of operation and any restrictions before visiting each site. See Participating NARM Organizations
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Museums for All [$25]: The Chippewa Valley Museums offers a discounted Family Membership program for individuals and families who qualify for certain state or federal assistance programs. The Museums for All membership rate is $25 and provides all the benefits as a regular-priced Family Membership.
Your family qualifies for an Access Membership if you participate in one of the programs listed below.
• BadgerCare
• Foodshare/Quest
• Medicaid
• WIC (Women, Infants, and Children)
For more information or to apply for this membership, stop by the Front Desk or call Jill York at 715.834.7871.
