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Members: All Society Members receive newsletters, invitations to Society events, and the annual publication that is mailed if not picked up at the publication celebration. Annual memberships begin at $50. All memberships are for individuals or couples. Membership operates on the calendar year, January 1 to December 31.

Donor Members: Donor Members receive newsletters, invitations to Society events, the annual publication AND are acknowledged in the annual report. Donor memberships are $100.

Heritage Society Members: Heritage Society members receive newsletters, invitations to special events, the annual publication, are acknowledged in the annual report, AND an invitation to the annual Heritage Society gathering in an historic home. Heritage Society memberships are $500.

Corporate Members: Corporate Members receive newsletters, invitations to special events, the annual publication, are acknowledged in the annual report, AND are acknowledged each year on our website and via social media. Corporate members also receive a copy of the publication of their choice. Memberships start at $500 for a Corporate Member, $1000 for a benefactor, $2000 for a Sustainer, and $5000 for a Partner.

Corporate Sponsorships: Corporate Sponsors partner with the Birmingham Historical Society to produce publications, exhibits, and special events in addition to all the benefits above. Often Corporate Sponsors have a special interest in the publication or event venue, and receive marketing materials, historical research, and additional publicity for their contribution. Please contact the BHS Director regarding a Corporate Sponsorship.

Gift Memberships: introduce a friend or loved one to Society programs. The gift includes the annual publication, newsletters and invitations to Society events. They are $50.


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Please submit a membership form and include your payment via Paypal, credit card, or check. Thank you for supporting the Birmingham Historical Society through an annual membership!

To pay by check: Please send a check to the Society’s office: Birmingham Historical Society, P.O. Box 321474, Birmingham, AL 35232

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