Become a Member
Support local history in your community!
The Oregon Area Historical Society & Museum is entirely funded by membership dues and donations. Your support helps the Oregon Area Historical Society & Museum bring local history to life through:
- Engaging educational events and programs
- Curated exhibits showcasing Oregon’s rich heritage
- Collaborations with community groups
- Guided tours of historical landmarks
The Oregon Area Historical Society is a 501(c)(3) and any donations beyond membership dues may be tax deductible.
What do you get with your membership?

Become a member and connect with local history and support the museum’s work.
- Online or Print Newsletter: Receive a subscription to our newsletter, The Hitching Post, in the format of your choice.
- Private Museum Tour: Make an appointment to enjoy a private tour of the museum.
- Invite to Annual Meeting: Attend our March membership meeting and help shape the future of the historical society.
- Voting Privileges: Household and individual members may vote at the annual meeting.
- Insider Updates: Be the first to know about special events and volunteer opportunities.
Your membership helps preserve local history!
New Membership Benefits
- Free, one hour, one time genealogy session
- Free copy of the Walk Back in Time booklet, a $10 value available for purchase in the General Store
New Membership Benefits
Business memberships are listed on the Business Member webpage with your logo and link to your business (as applicable).
Become a Member
Memberships are renewed annually and run from April to March.
There are 3 ways to become a member or renew your membership. However you renew or enroll, remember to sign up for our email list! Receive the newsletter, event information, and membership renewal reminders via email!
Stop by the Museum during our open hours to get a copy of the membership card and to pay your dues.

NEW! Become a member or renew your membership online with Zeffy.
A note about Zeffy: When you click through, there is an option to add an additional % donation to help keep Zeffy free for us to use. It is OPTIONAL. You do not need to add it. In order to not add, you must click on it and type in “0.00” in the Other option. This is all on Zeffy’s side, we have nothing to do with it. If you have any questions, please reach out to us.
Print and complete the membership card. Then mail your check or money order to: