Annual Fund

Your donation funds everything — from the school programs that reach 3,000+ students each year, to the daily operations that keep three historic sites open and vibrant for West Michigan families.

BUSINESS PARTNERSHIPS

Invest in the Community You Serve

Businesses that invest in local history invest in the identity and vitality of Mason County. The Mason County Historical Society serves thousands of residents, students, and visitors each year across three historic sites. When your business partners with us, you align your brand with one of the most trusted cultural institutions in West Michigan.

Corporate giving supports our museums, educational programs, and preservation work — and in return, we celebrate and promote the businesses that make that work possible. We encourage the entire community to support the businesses that invest in our history.

What Your Gift Supports

  • Educational Programs — Workshops, school tours, Living History Days, and community events
  • Exhibit Development — Creating and updating exhibits across all three sites
  • Facility Operations — Utility costs, insurance, and general maintenance
  • Technology & Supplies — Archival materials, office technology, and digital tools
  • Staffing — Salaries for historians, educators, and support staff
  • Preservation Projects — Conservation of historical artifacts, documents, and buildings
  • Building Preservation - care for over 30 historic buildings across three sites

Support Three Historic Sites

Your gift supports White Pine Village, the Maritime Museum, and the Emporium & Archives simultaneously

Help Maintain 30 Buildings

Historic structures across 12 acres at White Pine Village requiring ongoing care

10,000+ Yearly Visitors

West Michigan students reached through Living History Days every year

Preserve Our Community's Rich History

89 years of community history preserved — and we’re just getting started

For a complete list of sponsorship tiers and benefits, download our Corporate Giving Flyer (PDF) or contact Rebecca to discuss a custom partnership.

Support the Museums

Secure online donation via DonorPerfect. Any amount — fully tax-deductible.

How to Give

Donate Online

Donate Online

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Mail a Check

Mail a Check

Make check payable to:

Mason County Historical Society
P.O. Box 569, Ludington, MI 49431

Contact Us

Contact Us

Executive Director Rebecca Berringer is happy to discuss your gift personally.

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Your Gift. Their History.

Every donation to the Mason County Historical Society helps preserve something irreplaceable for future generations.