Jackson County (Mo.) Historical Society

The Jackson County (Mo.) Historical Society, a not-for-profit organization located on the historic courthouse square in Independence, Missouri, is celebrating its 50^th Golden Anniversary in 2008. Although the Society has roots dating back to 1909, it current incorporation dates to 1958. Jackson County has a unique, rich history. We are dedicated to the preservation and understanding of our heritage and to promoting the study, appreciation, and interpretation of local and regional history. Membership dues, gifts, donations, and grants primarily accomplish our operation.  Gifts (including membership dues) are tax deductible. We offer a variety of products, services and programs at sites we own or operate:

· 1859 Jail, Marshal's Home & Museum (www.jchs.org/jail/museum.html)

· Archives, Research Library (www.jchs.org/archives/archives.html)

· Harry S Truman Office and Courtroom
       (http://www.jchs.org/Truman Courtroom/Truman Office and Courtroom.htm)

· Bookshop (http://store.jchs.org/)

Just say, "YES"

(http://store.jchs.org/category.cfm?Category=1&CFID=5949&CFTOKEN=364560000)

I want to support the Jackson County Historical Society by becoming a member.

Members receive the following benefits:

-FREE subscription to the “Jackson County Historical Society JOURNAL,” a scholarly, informative periodical about Jackson County history published twice annually;
-FREE admission to 1859 Jail, Marshal's Home & Museum, Independence, Mo.;
-FREE admission to the John Wornall House Museum, Kansas City, Mo.;
-FREE admission to the JCHS Archives and Research Library, Independence, Mo.;

-FREE admission to the Truman Courtroom & Office, Independence, Mo.;

-10% discount on JCHS Bookshop and 1859 Jail, Marshal’s Home and Museum Gift Shop purchases;

-Special invitations to Society events and functions;

-FREE subscription to the Society’s monthly HistorE-Calendar

Membership categories range from $25 and upwards, depending on the level of support you wish to contribute.

Jackson County (Mo.) Historical Society

MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION

Join the prestigious membership of the Jackson County (Mo.) Historical Society. Use our secure online membership registration service at http://store.jchs.org/

OR print, fill out, and mail this page with dues (checks payable to “JCHS”):

Jackson County (Mo.) Historical Society

112 W Lexington Ave Ste 103

Independence, MO 64050

Dues are good for one year from the time you join. A renewal reminder will be sent one month prior to expiration. Choose your level of tax-deductible support:

Student/Educator/Veteran Senior                                $25.00

Individual                                                                             $35.00

Family                                                                                $50.00

Patron                                                                           $75.00

Patron Family                                                           $100.00

1859 Guild Member                                           $250.00

1859 Guild Supporter                                    $500.00

1859 Guild Sponsor                                      $1,000 +

1859 Guild Benefactor                              $2,500 +

1859 Guild Patron                                     $5,000 +

1859 Guild Sustainer                                $10,000 +

1859 Guild Heritage Membership   $20,000 +

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