Come aboard

Like all museums, the CCHS relies on volunteers to work on projects, serve as docents, and classify and record materials. Would you like to help us?

Donate to CCHS

The CCHS thrives on your involvement and appreciates monetary donations. You can make a gift online or download a printable donation form and mail it with a check. Use the buttons below to make a monetary donation.

Donate Online

Become a member

Members enjoy quarterly programs, special receptions, museum exhibits, and a subscription to TimeLines, the CCHS newsletter. You can become a member online using the button below, or download a printable membership form and mail it with a check.

Join Online

Donate items of local historical significance

The generosity of local donors has been instrumental in helping the Chautauqua County Historical Society grow its collection. If you have items you’d like to donate to our collection, please review our collections policy and fill out the form below.